Senior Health

There are health conditions that only affect seniors, such as age-related hearing loss and glaucoma. Many of the health risks that seniors face - such as falls - can be prevented.

There are also topics that seniors may feel uncomfortable discussing, such as urinary incontinence and elder abuse.

Learn more about these important health issues which may be affecting you with this comprehensive list of seniors’ health topics.

Your doctor may have recommended an X-ray, a blood or urine test, or other type of test. You may have questions. Consider completing the highlighted fields on this Medical Tests: Questions to Ask the Doctor form online, or print it out and fill it in by hand. Use it to discuss the test with your doctor on the phone or at your next appointment.

Learn more about the following medical tests:

• blood pressure 
• bone density
• hearing
• Vitamin D

Should I Have Knee Replacement Surgery?  Should I Get a Shot to Prevent Shingles? 

You may have questions like these, and we have answers.

Let us help you make a wise decision today with our list of Seniors’ Health Decision Topics