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The Link Between Chronic Kidney Disease and Vitamin D Levels
Your vitamin D levels might tip you off to how well your kidneys are working. Here's why getting more vitamin D may reduce your risk of chronic kidney disease. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Senior Health
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Article - 3 Minute Read
The Importance of Mental Health Care for Seniors
What you need to know about mental health for seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic from the experts at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Mental Health, Senior Health
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Safe and Effective Exercises for Seniors
Wanting to remain healthy physically and mentally as you age? Try these simple exercises for seniors at home. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Senior Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
How to Treat and Manage Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis affects millions of Americans, putting them at increased risk for fractures as they age. Learn how you can treat the condition. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Senior Health
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Article - 9 Minute Read
Treatment Options for Chronic Kidney Disease
More than 37 million Americans (one in seven adults) have chronic kidney disease (CKD), damage to their kidneys that can drastically affect their quality of life. Learn more about treatment options for chronic kidney disease at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Living and Wellness, Senior Health, Transplant
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Article - 4 Minute Read
5 Tips for Healthy Aging
Healthy aging means putting practices in place that protect and enhance health. Here are 5 healthy aging tips for common health problems. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Senior Health
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Keeping Older Adults in Verona and Oakmont Upright and Moving
The UPMC Rehabilitation Institute outpatient rehabilitation location in Verona accommodates patients for physical therapy and rehab services. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Rehabilitation, Senior Health
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Article - 3 Minute Read
What Is the Senior Flu Shot?
Older adults are more likely to develop complications from flu than younger adults. Getting the senior flu shot reduces your risk of catching flu this season. Read More
Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Senior Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Taking Care of an Aging Family Member
How confident are you about taking care of an aging family member? Find out how you can become better prepared to look after your loved one's health. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Senior Health