Follow some of these guidelines when planning your next visit to the doctor. Includes questions about what to ask about your condition or disorder, as well as tests you may need, and other helpful tips.
Assisted living is for adults who need help with everyday tasks. They may need help with dressing, bathing, eating, or using the bathroom, but they don't need full-time nursing care.
Some assisted living facilities are part of retirement communities. Others are near nursing homes, so a person can move easily if needs change.
In 2008, nearly 155,000 Americans will be diagnosed with cancer of the colon and rectum.
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in both men and women.
What are the risk factors for colorectal cancer?
The greatest risk factor is age. More than 90 percent of all colorectal tumors are found in patients over age 50. However, the disease can happen at any age so it is important to know your family history and the following risk factors.
Colorectal cancer is usually found in people age 50 or older, and the risk of getting it increases with age. Medicare covers colorectal screening tests to help find pre-cancerous polyps (growths in the colon) so they can be removed before they turn into cancer. Treatment works best when colorectal cancer is found early.
Learn why getting a good's night sleep is so important as you age. In addition, several common sleep problems are covered, along with some tips for sleeping better.
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