As you age, you’re likely getting more concerned about possible medical problems. Elder care specialists stress the importance of asking your doctor about anything that’s weighing on your mind regarding your health. Don’t be hesitant to get the information you need to keep yourself in good shape.
Here are seven key questions that seniors should ask their doctors to stay on top of their health:
- Are there any vaccines you recommend I get?
- Should I be taking any supplements or vitamins?
- What kind of exercises are safe?
- Am I at a healthy weight?
- How can I lower my risk of dementia?
- Are there ways to reduce the risk of fractures?
- Do I need to take all these medications?
Staying both physically and mentally fit is possible if you cover all the important bases with your doctor regularly. As you age, your health needs may change, so your medications, supplements, and vitamins may also need to be altered. Keeping a good weight will depend on having the right nutrition, so your doctor should be aware of your diet so adjustments can be made there, too.
We Want You to Have a Healthy Retirement
Here at Council of Seniors, we’re working diligently to get Congress to pass The SAVE Benefits Act. You need this bill to make up for Social Security cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) that haven’t kept up with inflation in several recent years. The amount of $581 was withheld from seniors, and this bill will ensure that the money is returned.
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