Pneumonia is a lung infection caused by a bacterium, virus or fungus. Often, the lungs' air sacs fill with fluid or pus, making it difficult to breathe.
Lifting weights and other forms of strength training can offer a host of health rewards for people 65 and older, experts say.
Hip arthritis can cause a lot of pain and discomfort, but may not need surgery if discovered in its early stages.
While high blood pressure is the more common medical issue, people can also have low blood pressure, medically called hypotension.
Arthritis is a painful joint condition, and the feet are common hosts.
The skin is your body's largest organ, and it requires tender care to stay healthy.
Chewing tobacco contains at least 28 toxins that are known to cause cancer, the American Dental Association says.
A toothache can be a real pain, but you can take steps to care for tooth discomfort.
Creating a home safety checklist can help seniors prevent injuries and let them prepare if they happen to fall or hurt themselves.
Women may not initially suspect that they're having a heart attack -- especially if they don't have the obvious chest pain.
(HealthDay News) --As you get older, skin changes may include more than just the characteristic wrinkles of age.
If you often start your day exhausted because of a poor night's sleep, you may suffer from insomnia, a common sleep disorder.
Arthritis pain and stiffness can make it difficult to take care of household chores and cleaning.
Insomnia is the general term used to mean waking too early, or having difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
While parents can't prevent nightmares altogether, they can take steps to help foster sweet dreams.
No one has goes through daily life with no stress whatsoever. But too much stress can cause a host of emotional and physical problems, particularly on your heart and cardiovascular system.
Macular degeneration is a disease of the eye's macula, the portion responsible for your ability to see fine detail. Age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss, affects many people as they get older.
Hip fractures are common among seniors, and their risk increases with age.
If you're the type of person who is always doing things for others, you need to find time for yourself, experts say.
Problems that frequently affect older people -- such as changes in vision, arthritis or problems with memory -- should lead some seniors to conclude that they can no longer drive safely.
Cognitive decline may lead to difficulty remembering, communicating or learning new tasks.
CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) is a device used to improve breathing in people with chronic conditions such as sleep apnea.
Jet lag can leave you feeling too tired to enjoy your new destination, but there are things you can do to help your body prepare.
Rheumatoid arthritis causes chronic swelling and inflammation in the joints, which can result in permanent damage and long-term complications.
Antibiotic resistance occurs when a bacterium mutates and becomes immune to the effects of a specific antibiotic.
Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause permanent hearing loss. So if you're exposed to loud noise on the job or at home, the American Academy of Family Physicians suggests how you can protect your hearing:
The garage can be a prime spot for falls, accidents and injuries. But the U.S. Home Safety Council suggests how you can create a safer garage:
The annual seasonal flu vaccine is available as a shot and a nasal spray, but the nasal spray isn't recommended for everyone.
Anger, while a normal emotion, can quickly spin into something more if not controlled.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common cause of intestinal bloating, irregularity, gasiness, and cramps. While it has no known organic cause, the condition may be aggravated by emotional stress and other typical factors.
Coughs and sniffles are common among little ones. But if symptoms persist, especially at the same time each year, the child may actually have an allergy.
A sprained ankle involves a stretched or torn ligament near the joint. Experts often suggest icing the ankle to ease pain and reduce swelling.
Dentures, just as with natural teeth, require care and regular cleaning to help maintain a healthy mouth.
Over-the-counter medications may seem safer because they don't require a prescription. But they can still interact badly when alcohol enters the mix.
Smoking while a child is in the room isn't the only way to expose the youngster to second-hand smoke.
Your diet can play a major role in the health of your teeth and gums.
Pollutants in the air from vehicles, factories and machines can harm your health, especially if you're more sensitive to them.
Coughing is the body's way of ridding the respiratory tract of an irritating substance. Allergies, asthma or inhaling secondhand smoke are common triggers for a cough.
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when a nerve that runs into the hand from the lower arm becomes squeezed at the wrist.
Normal changes to the brain can cause a slight amount of memory loss as you get older.
Storing medications properly can help preserve them and help keep them from getting into the wrong hands.
The Zostavax vaccine helps protect against shingles, a painful infection caused by herpes zoster, the same virus that causes chickenpox.
Nothing can ruin a party or holiday get-together like a foodborne illness, so take care to treat your guests to foods that won't send them running home.
Exercise can help improve many symptoms of osteoarthritis, a joint disease that causes pain and stiffness.
Whooping cough, medically called pertussis, is a serious infection that can cause episodes of extreme coughing. In some cases, it can lead to serious complications, including death.
Nasal congestion, commonly called a stuffy nose, can affect breathing, hearing and sleep.
Arthritis can affect any joint, but weight-bearing joints such as the knee are particularly vulnerable.
Many seniors are frail and unable to fully care for themselves. They are particularly vulnerable to intentional abuse or neglect, the U.S. Administration on Aging says.
The first task toward keeping stress under control is recognizing the early symptoms of stress, such as muscle tension, headache or anxiety.
Most men and many women eventually have noticeable hair loss.
As you age, it's important to maintain existing relationships and continue to make new friends.
The risk of developing diabetic heart disease (DHD) is directly related to a person's blood sugar level, the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute says.
Exercise is beneficial at any age, and seniors can certainly enjoy its many benefits. But before getting started, you should learn how to exercise safely.
Boomer alert: Changes in the skin are a natural part of aging, and the changes can extend beyond wrinkles.
Fleas may prefer to latch onto dogs and cats, but the blood-sucking insects can jump to people, especially after pets have left the home permanently.
Many seniors rely on their car for mobility and independence. But the chances of getting into an automobile accident grow as you age, especially after your 75th birthday, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
Eczema is a chronic condition that makes the skin red, dry and itchy.
Mealtime with an Alzheimer's patient can be stressful and challenging, to make sure the patient gets sufficient nutrition.
Gums can swell and become tender as a result of gingivitis, a side effect of certain drugs or pregnancy.
Over-the-counter pain relievers can be a quick and easy option to manage pain, but they may not safe for everyone.
A good night's sleep does much more than help you stay awake through a long day. It actually helps protect your health.
Many people with Alzheimer's disease may become upset, fearful and agitated when confused.
Adults, children and even infants can have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Harmful bacteria multiply faster during warmer weather, making food-borne illness even more of a threat during the summer grilling season.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is characterized by symptoms of pain or discomfort in the abdomen that persist for at least three months.
High blood pressure gets all of the attention, but very low blood pressure can be just as dangerous, experts say.
Gallstones are deposits that develop in the gallbladder from sources such as excess bilirubin or cholesterol.
In case of emergency, a well-stocked first aid kit could be a lifesaver. Keep one in your home, in your car, and even at work. And keep one handy if you are hiking, biking, camping or boating.
Your wrist hurts after a fall. Is it a sprain, or another type of injury?
Only about 5 percent to 10 percent of prostate cancer cases can be attributed to cell changes that men inherit from their parents, the American Cancer Society says.
As cognitive function, coordination, eyesight and other skills decline in old age, it may be time for an elderly person to quit driving.
Daily flossing can minimize plaque and help keep teeth and gums healthy.
Traveling long distances in the car can take a toll on your back.
Traveling can expose you to new triggers for allergies and asthma, but planning ahead can help you breathe a bit easier while you're away.
Everyone forgets things now and then, and remembering everything naturally becomes more difficult as you get older.
Coronary artery disease (CAD) occurs when fatty deposits known as plaque build up in the heart's arteries.
Getting plenty of sleep each night can help you better manage arthritis pain, the Arthritis Foundation says.
