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Senior Health Topic
Health information for today's active seniors.

Senior Health News  
The latest senior health news headlines.

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Senior Health Feature Story  
 

Culprit Behind ER Visits? Three Popular Meds Culprit Behind ER Visits? Three Popular Meds

Right dosage is considered key to preventing adverse reactions

When an older person goes to the emergency room because of a medication side effect, chances are good that the trouble stemmed from one of three commonly used drugs. full story»


Senior Health Illnesses and Conditions  
Find information about illnesses and conditions that relate to senior health or search the entire database.



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Link to Benefits Check Up Web Site
BenefitsCheckUp is a free, online service from the National Council on the Aging that helps older Americans identify state and federal assistance programs that can help improve their quality of life. This confidential service contains a simple, straightforward questionnaire that takes no longer than 15 minutes to complete. Within minutes, seniors can get a report detailing the many programs and services for which they may qualify.

You can also visit BenefitsCheckUpRx, which provides you with a confidential report of programs and services which will help you save money on prescriptions.