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The Quest for Longevity

Fri, 07/18/2008 - 01:06

At the present, there are various forms of stresses that the human body is subjected to, whether it be in the form of pollutants, toxins, as well as diseases. As people age, their bodies are not as resistant to these stresses. It can even be observed that the average life expectancy for both men and women today is significantly shorter than it was 20 years ago. Along with the aging process come changes in the normal mental performance and memory ability.

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New Once Per Year Drug for Osteoporosis

Fri, 07/04/2008 - 21:27

Geriatric patients who suffer from osteoporosis may now have a new drug available to them the will decrease the risk of common spine, hip, and vertebral fractures caused by osteoporosis. The drug has been in development for quite some now, and is expected to be approved by the FDA shortly. The drug is similar to the primary ingredients of Fosamax, Boniva, and Actonel. Currently, osteoporosis patients have the option of various doses, including dialy, weekly, or monthly. The new once per year dosage is welcome news to patients of this common diagnosis.

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Simple Ultrasound Exam May Predict Osteoporosis Risk

Thu, 06/26/2008 - 08:29

(Geriatrics News and Information) An ultrasound exam of the heel may be able to predict if a woman is at heightened risk for fractures due to osteoporosis according to a new multicenter study being published in the July issue of the journal Radiology Along with certain risk factors including age or recent fall radiationfree ultrasound of the hee

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Recent Study Shows 54 Improvement in Arthritis Pain Relief

Thu, 06/12/2008 - 09:48

(Geriatrics News and Information) New data suggests that participation in an integrated wellness program can significantly enhance arthritis pain relief httpwwwwellnessprofessionalscomStaticPagesHomepageArthritisPainReliefhtml and relief of other musculoskeletal muscle bone and joint conditions As the number one reason why people go to the doct

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Free Discount Drug Card Saves Money Simplifies Shopping for CashPaying Prescription Drug Consumers

Wed, 06/04/2008 - 07:13

(Geriatrics News and Information) Consumers who pay cash for prescriptions can make smarter decisions at the pharmacy by using the price comparison tool at wwwhealthcareclubofamericacom With uptodate information on drug prices compiled from a national pharmacy network anyone in the United States uninsured or underinsured can get a snapshot of re

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New Website for Babyboomers Offers Aids for Daily Living

Wed, 05/28/2008 - 10:54

(Geriatrics News and Information) New business Silver Age Surfers LLC wwwsilveragesurferscom has launched an Internet site that is a virtual store with products for assisted and independent living Silver Age Surfers adds the availability of professional consultations at no cost aimed at delivering the best service to their customer Americas Ba

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Fitness Helps Arthritis Sufferers Expert Reports

Fri, 05/16/2008 - 08:05

(Geriatrics News and Information) 46 million people have a doctordiagnosed case of arthritis in America With the aging US population this number is expected to grow to nearly 70 million people in the coming decades as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDCArthritis is defined as joint inflammation and is used to describe

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