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    Common Medication Problems for Elderly People

    August 22, 2019

    Learn more about elderly medication problems, including why aging adults do not take their medication properly. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Senior Services

    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: aging, elderly medication problems, medication management

    Learn more about medication management for elderly people.
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    Tips for Caregivers: Caring for Older Loved Ones

    June 20, 2019

    Being a caregiver can be physically, mentally, and emotionally exhausting. Here are some tips for caregivers to help you care for yourself as well. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Senior Services

    Categorized as: Family Health, Mental Health

    Tagged with: aging, caregiver, caregiving, Richard Morycz, UPMC Senior Services

  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    How to Prevent and Treat Crepey Skin

    January 4, 2018

    If you've noticed that your skin is getting looser and thinner, you could have crepey skin. Learn more about treating and preventing crepey skin. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

    Categorized as: Skin Care

    Tagged with: aging, dermatology, skin care

    Learn more about how to treat crepey skin
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    When Is It Time for Adult Diapers? Dealing with Incontinence

    June 19, 2017

    Aging can be a difficult, delicate process. Know the facts about adult diapers and incontinence. Learn more from the experts at UPMC. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: adult diapers, aging, bladder leakage, incontinence

    What Is Incontinence?
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    Medical Mondays: Senior Care

    June 29, 2015

    Learn more about common health conditions in older adults including shingles, dementia, and Alzheimer's in this edition of Medical Mondays. Learn More

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: aging, dementia, falls, geriatrics, hoarding, medical mondays, senior care, shingles

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  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    November Is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month

    June 24, 2015

    What is Alzheimer's Disease? How does it affect the brain? Read this blog post to find answers to your questions about Alzheimer's and dementia. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Senior Services

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: aging, Alzheimer's disease, brain, dementia, MRI

    elderly man in wheelchair
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    Recognizing the Signs of Alzheimer’s

    November 24, 2014

    Alzheimer's dementia, the leading cause of dementia, is present in 5 to 10 percent of seniors today. Learn more about this progressive disease. Learn More

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: aging, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, dementia

    Senior man
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    5 Reasons to Call the Aging Institute

    July 10, 2014

    Learn how the Aging Institute of UPMC Senior Services and the University of Pittsburgh is a valuable resource for seniors, professionals and caregivers. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Senior Services

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: aging, Aging Institute, caregiver, Caregivers, Division of Geriatric Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh, Graduate Certificate in Gerontology, older adults, SEED Grant Program, seniors, University of Pittsburgh

    elderly couple biking
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Depression and Older Adults

    November 4, 2013

    Read more about how the Aging Institute of UPMC Senior Services and the University of Pittsburgh provides support for adults with late-life depression. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center

    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Mental Health

    Tagged with: ADAPT, aging, Aging Institute, Charles Reynolds III MD, depression, HEAL, late-life depression, RAPID, RECALL, UPMC Senior Services

    Seniors taking a walk

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