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Geriatrics
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Infoaging.org 
 A searchable site presenting advances and news in aging research, focusing on aging-related diseases, biological causes of human aging, and a healthier lifestyle. The research spotlights cellular aging, telomeres, longevity, caloric restriction, stems cells, Alzheimer's findings, the food pyramid controversy, geriatrics, and more. Additionally, there are links to a number of general age-related Web sites and topics. From the American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR). http://www.infoaging.org/ Topics: Health, Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, Mental Conditions, Senior Health Last updated May 23, 2006 The Merck Manual Of Geriatrics, 3rd Edition
Online edition of the print version of this title, providing "information of clinical relevance on geriatric care." Searchable, and browsable by index. "Selected topics in this online version have been updated since the last printing of the book in 2000." http://www.merck.com/mkgr/mmg/home.jsp Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Senior Health Last updated May 26, 2008 NIH Senior Health
A site specially designed for seniors, with larger print and short, easy-to-read articles. A growing collection of topics includes Alzheimer's Disease and exercise for seniors. There are captioned videos, FAQs, quizzes, and links to MEDLINEplus for more information. From the National Institute on Aging and the National Institute on Aging. http://nihseniorhealth.gov/ Topics: Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, Senior Health Last updated Jun 1, 2005 Otolaryngic Gerontology (Issues of Aging)
Provides general information on illnesses "common later in life," including those affecting the ears (earwax, itchy ears, decreased hearing, tinnitus); nose (aging rhinitis, bloody nose, allergic rhinitis); and throat (sore throat, cough). From the Division of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery, University of California, San Diego. http://drdavidson.ucsd.edu/Portals/0/Aging/ Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Senior Health Last updated Jun 6, 2008 |
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