Diabetes ---
This site provides a comprehensive list of the various types of diabetes and the various medical issues associated with it.
Visit the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases web site
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Diverticulosis ---
This link provides a general overview of diverticulosis.
Visit the Novartis Center for Gerontology web site
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Bowel Problems in Older Adults ---
Featuring information about the signs and symptoms of bowel problems in older adults, this site suggests some common treatment options.
Visit the LTCCare.com web site
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Urinary Incontinence in Older Adults ---
Read about research in urinary incontinence and medical recommendations.
Visit the The American Geriatrics Society web site
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Malnutrition in Older Adults ---
This link provides statistics, risk factors, assessment tools, and treatment methods for malnutrition in older adults.
Visit the Highmark Healthcare web site
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Meals on Wheels ---
Find information about Meals on Wheels in your area from this national website.
Visit the Meals on Wheels Association of America web site
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Diabetes Mellitus in the Elderly ---
This site discusses diabetes mellitus in the elderly specifically, including frequency, complications, and the importance of treatment.
Visit the Liverpool University Handbook of Geriatric Medicine web site
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Sepsis and Other Geriatric Emergencies ---
This article from the Geriatric Times discusses many geriatric medical emergencies, including heartburn, gastrointestinal problems, and dizziness. Dementia, depression, falls, and attitude are discussed as well.
Visit the Geriatric Times web site
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Cold Injury Prevention ---
This article from the University of Iowa discusses the prevention of cold-related emergencies in the older patient.
Visit the University of Iowa Health Care web site
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Pressure Ulcers ---
This site describes pressure ulcers and contains diagrams showing pressure points where pressure ulcers are likely to form in different body positions.
Visit the Journal of the American Medical Association web site
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Pressure Ulcers: Prevention and Management ---
This site gives extensive information on pressure ulcers. Causes, risk factors, prevention, cellulitis, osteomyelitis, pressure relief, and wound care are discussed.
Visit the Health Pages web site
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