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Senior Health Guide

The Senior Health Guide is a comprehensive and concise quick-reference guide to health conditions and medical procedures affecting older adults. The authors and physician reviewers have provided up-to-date information that is consistent with consensus interpretations for accuracy and practical considerations.

This information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care professional before starting any new treatment or with any questions you have regarding a medical condition.

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Last reviewed: April 2003.

The Nucleus Health company web site provides accurate, educational, unbiased information designed for patients, consumers, doctors, nurses, students and healthcare workers in hospitals and private practices. Here you will find articles on symptoms, diseases, conditions, injury, surgery, treatment options, medications, prescription drugs and research. The content on this site is reviewed by physicians and other experts, and is sponsored in part by pharmaceutical businesses, medical device manufacturers and other corporations.

Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.