Health Education and Resources
Sanford Center for Aging
Download information about these common health topics for elders:
- ADVANCE DIRECTIVES: Think now about voicing your wishes for future health care. Learn how to get started.
- CBD: What it is, information on whether it works, plus safety concerns and drug interactions. Learn more about CBD.
- DEMENTIA CARE PARTNERS: Expand your team with local services and programs. Here's a list of places to start.
- FALLS PREVENTION: Preventing a common event threatening the independence of older adults. Tips for preventing falls.
- FISH OIL SUPPLEMENTS: What's in them, who can benefit from taking them and words of caution. Here's what to know.
- GERD: Symptoms like heartburn or acid reflux are potential signs of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. Here are tips to ease the burn.
- MEDICARE ANNUAL WELLNESS VISIT: This checkup helps you and your doctor develop a plan just for you. Learn how the Medicare Wellness Visit can benefit you.
- NSAIDS: Over-the-counter medications like ibuprofen, naproxen and aspirin hold certain risks for older adults. Here's how to use these products safely and what to watch out for.
- OLDER MEN AND TESTOSTERONE: What you need to know about the hormone, signs of low testosterone, and the benefits/risks of supplements. Find out more here.
- POLYPHARMACY AND "PILL BURDEN": Do you really need to take all those meds and supplements every day? How to find out if your med list needs an update.
- SLEEP: Do you need better sleep? You're not alone. Learn to improve your sleep, and when to talk to a doctor.
- SMOKING: It's not too late to quit, even after many years. Here's a handy list of resources to help.
- SUPPLEMENTS: What are dietary and herbal supplements? Are they really helping? Get tips and information here.