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8 Most Common Health Issues That Seniors Face

Diabetes

About 25 percent of people over 65 are living with diabetes. According to CDC data, diabetes caused 54,161 deaths among adults over age 65 in 2014. Fortunately, diabetes can be identified early with simple blood tests for blood sugar levels. The sooner you know if you have diabetes or not, the better it is for your health as a senior.

 

Falls

Unfortunately, the risk for falls increases with age. Each year, about 2.5 million people over 65 are treated in emergency departments because of falls. One-third of people who found themselves at the emergency room for a fall, may visit it again in less than a year, according to a study published in August 2015 in the American Journal of Emergency Medicine.

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