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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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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

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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

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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

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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