Womens Health

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Womens Health

• 70s

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Age-Related Health Issues

• The risk of heart disease increases as you age.
• Ask your health care professional about tests you
  should have to check your hearts health.
• In addition to medication, keep a well balanced
  diet and get plenty of exercise.
• Choose variety of food groups, high fiber, low on
  saturated fats and cholesterol
• Regular routine of exercise, ideally once a day,
  or most days of the week
• As you reach your 70s much of your lifetime risk
  for cancer is behind you.
• Be sure to have cancer screenings regularly.

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Age-Related Health Issues

• Memory loss and Mental functioning
• Some memory loss is perfectly normal
• With aging, the speed in which your brain
  processes information slows down
• Take steps to stay sharp
• If you have concerns, discuss it with you doctor,
  early diagnosis will give more treatment options

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Age-Related Health Issues

• Now is the time to very aware of your bones
• A combination of aerobic exercise and strength
  training can maintain and improve bone mass.
• Get plenty of calcium and vitamin D.
• If you have osteoporosis, talk to your doctor
  about exercises you can do.
• Take steps to prevent falls, create a fall-proof
  environment remove rugs, cords, and clutter from
  around your house.

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Age-Related Health Issues

• Vision changes dry eye caused by hormonal change
  following menopause.
• Reduce the effects by drinking plenty of fluids
  and limiting time in front of the computer and TV
• See your eye specialist for regular screenings
  for glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration
• Studies suggest that eating plenty of fruits and
  vegetables can be very helpful in keeping your
  eyes healthy.

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Age-Related Health Issues

• As we age it becomes more difficult to absorb
  nutrients from food.
• Find a good multivitamin, if you havent already.
• Try to get 15 minutes of sunlight a day, it will
  make a big difference in your vitamin D levels.

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Preventative Health Screenings

• Pap test for cervical cancer
• Mammogram
• Blood Pressure/Cholesterol
• Blood Sugar Test
• Dental Exam
• Complete Eye Exam
• Bone Mineral Density Test

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Immunizations

• Influenza
• Pneumonia
• Tetanus

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The Best Preventative Measures

• A diet low in fat and rich in fruits, vegetable,
  whole grains, calcium and vitamin D.
• Regular physical activity reduces the risk of
  heart diseases and osteoporosis
• Take proper steps to prevent falls, and make sure
  you have a fall-proof house/environment
• Be sure to get keep scheduled exams and checkups

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Resources - Organizations, Web sites to contact

• AARP1-888-687-2277http//www.aarp.org
• American Heart Association1-800-242-8721http//w
  ww.americanheart.org
• National Institute on Aginghttp//www.nihseniorhe
  alth.gov
• National Women's Health Resource
  Center1-877-986-9472 (toll-free)http//www.healt
  hywomen.org
• U.S. Centers for Disease Control and
  Preventionhttp//www.cdc.gov