Preventing Infectious Diseases in the Elderly
According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, infections are the leading cause of death for adults over the age of 65, accounting for approximately one-third of all fatalities. These include several common infections that, for younger patients, may not be as dangerous, such as urinary tract infections or influenza. Because seniors tend to have […]
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What Seniors Should Know About Asthma and Allergies
No matter your age, nothing is more frustrating – and at times, more frightening – than having trouble breathing. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, more than two million people in the U.S. age 65 and older battle with asthma. Asthma is a disease that is characterized by obstructions of the […]
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Coping with the Pain of Shingles
Ask anyone who has developed shingles and they’ll tell you that it’s one of the most painful health issues you can experience. Shingles is caused by the varicella zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. For most people, chickenpox is a common childhood disease that causes severe itching and discomfort as it runs its […]
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Diabetes and Aging… What You Need to Know
In the United States, it has been estimated that roughly 30 million people (approximately 9 percent of the total population) have diabetes. These numbers have been steadily trending upward for decades and the cause is generally attributed to rising rates of obesity and the increasing consumption of sugars and highly processed foods. Additionally, aging can […]
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Preventing Strokes Starts With Healthy Living
Having a stroke is one of the scariest and most life-altering medical issues you can suffer because it attacks your brain. And it does so suddenly, with little warning. A stroke is caused by a loss of blood to the brain that happens when there’s an obstruction in the blood supply or a blood vessel […]
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September is Healthy Aging Month! Here are 10 Ways to Feel Better as You Age
Aging is a natural part of life that starts the day we’re born and lasts throughout your life. The only reason people don’t think about it until they hit middle age is because that’s when you start to feel it. However, aging doesn’t have to be a painful, unpleasant experience. In fact, there are many […]
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Introducing Our New Physician
The MetroHealth family is proud to welcome a new member to our team of health professionals — Magda Ghabras, MD, DO. Dr. Ghabras joined our East Orlando office in August and comes to MetroHealth from New Jersey, where she had practiced since 2008. Dr. Ghabras, who has more than 10 years of experience working in […]
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Why You Need to See a Geriatrician
There are more than 908,000 doctors in the U.S., and this figure is almost evenly split between primary care physicians and specialists. Geriatrics, which specializes in caring for older adults, is one such specialty. Often, elderly patients and their caregivers think seeing a primary care physician on a regular basis is adequate to maintain a […]
Read More4 Winter Health Care Tips for Seniors
Compared to our neighbors in the north, winters are pretty mild here in the Sunshine State. Though temperatures may start to feel more mild during the day, our nights are still chilly. As the temperature drops, there are several health care and safety considerations, particularly for older adults. Seniors have a higher likelihood of health […]
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The Importance of Dental Care as You Age
–_Unfortunately, many seniors do not have dental insurance. Most elderly people lose their health benefits when they retire, and Medicare doesn’t provide coverage for routine dental care. The lack of coverage comes at a time when seniors face several oral health issues. According to the CDC, 23 percent of people age 65-74 have severe periodontal […]
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