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The Healthy Geezer

The Healthy Geezer
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While some may not like the name of this weekly feature, author Fred Cicetti assures us he is plenty old enough to wear the title proudly. A retired New Jersey newspaper reporter, Fred examines health issues of interest to older folks and those who care for them.

Some of his more recent topics:

Sleep Apnea Can Be Dangerous

Aneurysms: Scary but Treatable

Seniors Need to be Wary of Falling

Seniors Have Fewer Fevers

Medical Uses of Marijuana

Sensitivity to Caffeine Increases with Age

Secondhand Smoke a Serious Health Risk

More Alcoholism in Retirement Communities?

Can Acupuncture Help Knee Pain?

Nasty Flu Year in Store

Coffee Can Interfere with Vitamin Absorption

HIV/AIDS Growing Rapidly Among Seniors

You Can Be Your Own Blood Donor

Hip Replacement Surgery Generally Effective

Acetaminophen: Widely Used but Dangerous in Large Doses

Depression Not a Normal Part of Aging

It's Not Wise to Ignore Angina

Cataract Surgery Is Nothing to Fear

When Does Menopause Really Begin?

Enlarged Prostate Doesn't Mean Cancer

Elder Abuse: What You Can Do

Clearing the Air about Constipation

"TIA" Is Nothing to Ignore

Are Farmers More Likely to Get Parkinson Disease?

Aging, Medications Can Affect Appetite

Erectile Dysfunction: What To Do

High Blood Pressure Is Common ... But Serious

Any Cure for Glaucoma?

Forgetfulness Isn't Always Cause for Concern

The Healthy Geezer: Liver Spots Aren't All Dangerous

Treatment Can Ease Bladder Control Problems

Hearing Loss Affects One in Three Over 60

Is Grapefruit Juice Toxic?

"Low Vision" in Seniors Needs Early Treatment

Can Seniors Exercise Safely?

Balance Problems in Seniors Need to be Checked Out

Do Older People Need More Sleep?

Do Grandparents Get More Colds?

Nothing Funny about Shingles

Floaters in the Eye

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May 17 2008

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