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Health care and health service delivery

While most older adults enjoy active and healthy lives, declining health is a reality for many Canadians as they age. A proactive approach to one's health includes understanding what the latest research says concerning the prevention and treatment of various conditions. When needed, navigating programs and services, such as long-term and end-of-life care or accessing assistive technologies can be challenging. Learn what the latest research says about the various options.

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Abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmia)

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Alcohol use

Allergies

Alzheimer's and dementia

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Arthritis and joint conditions

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Back pain

Bladder, urinary and pelvic problems

Blood disorders

Bone health, osteoporosis and fractures

Cancer

Cancer prevention

Cancer screening and early detection

Caregiving

Circulation conditions

Colds, cough and flu

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Coronary heart disease

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Diabetes and metabolic syndrome

Digestive conditions

Prescription drug safety

Early disease detection (non-cancer)

End of life care

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Frailty and functional decline

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Hearing and ear problems

Heart failure

Heart valve disorders

High blood pressure (hypertension)

High cholesterol

Hospital and institutional care

Immune system conditions

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Kidney disease

Liver conditions

Lung conditions

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Men's health

Metabolic conditions

Multiple chronic conditions

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Nervous system disorders

Other infections (non-cold or flu)

Pain management

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Psychological and mental health

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Skin conditions

Sleep disorders

Smoking

Soft tissue conditions

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Stroke

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Testing and treatment decisions (health)

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Vaccination

Vision problems

Women's health