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Category Archives: Cancer
Quitting Smoking for Seniors: Is it too Late?
If your elderly loved one is an avid smoker and you are not then you have probably tried every way in the world to get them to quit. They may say that they cannot, that they are too old, or … Continue reading
Common Myths and Misconceptions about Chemotherapy
As people age their risk of developing cancer increases dramatically. A cancer diagnosis comes with many different treatment options, but one of the most popular treatments is chemotherapy. Hearing that you or one of your loved ones must go through … Continue reading
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Most Common Types of Cancer Treatment
As you age, your risk for cancer increases. Fortunately though, cancer treatment has come a long way in the past couple decades and most people who are diagnosed go on to live long, happy lives. As cancer numbers continue to … Continue reading
Caring For a Senior Undergoing Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy can be tough on anyone who has to undergo it, but it can be especially difficult for seniors because their bodies do not heal as fast. There are plenty of things that family caregivers can do to help their … Continue reading
Breast Cancer and Senior Women
Breast cancer is the second most prevalent cancer in Canadian senior women next to non-melanoma skin cancer. Men rarely get the cancer, but it is a concern for aging women, especially those who have family members that have been diagnosed … Continue reading
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Learning about Prostate Cancer
The leading diagnosis of cancer in men over the age of 60 is prostate cancer. It affects about one-fourth of men diagnosed with some type of cancer, and can be a devastating diagnosis for seniors. If you have a senior … Continue reading
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Skin Cancer in the Elderly
After a lifetime spent outdoors, seniors are more likely to develop some type of skin cancer. As their skin loses its elasticity and becomes more fragile, any sun exposure can increase the risk. It’s important if you have a senior … Continue reading
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Cancer in Seniors: A Growing Trend
The word cancer strikes fear into the person who hears it diagnosed either for them or their loved one. According to Canada Statistics, over 160,000 cases of cancer were diagnosed in 2010 with majority of the new cases diagnosed in … Continue reading
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