Chronic conditions
Living with diabetes, blood pressure and other long-term conditions in later life.
Diabetes in Older People (opens National Institute on Aging in a new tab)
Source: National Institute on Aging · Chronic conditions
Introduces type 2 diabetes as it affects older adults, including warning signs, how it is diagnosed and the daily steps that help keep blood sugar under control. Useful for families helping a parent manage meals, activity and check-ups.
High Blood Pressure and Older Adults (opens National Institute on Aging in a new tab)
Source: National Institute on Aging · Chronic conditions
Explains why blood pressure tends to rise with age and why it often goes unnoticed without regular checks. It covers lifestyle changes that help and tips for taking blood pressure medicine consistently.
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