Medical Concerns

Some of the most common health concerns among Virginia seniors are arthritis, heart disease, cancer and Alzheimer’s disease/dementia. If you’re looking for help managing these conditions and others, SeniorNavigator can point you toward medical programs, providers and advocacy groups near you.

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Help for Cancer Patients, Survivors, and Caregivers

The American Cancer Society offers support in your community and online to help you during and after cancer treatment.

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American Cancer Society

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What is Cancer? National Cancer Institute

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What is Cancer? National Cancer Institute

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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): More Than the Winter Blues

Many people go through short periods of time where they feel sad or not like their usual selves. Sometimes, these mood changes begin and end when the seasons change.

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National Institute of Mental Health

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Living With Diabetes

Physical activity is very important for people with diabetes.

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Centers for Disease Control (CDC)

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Disability Information and Access Line (DIAL)

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Disability Information and Access Line (DIAL)

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Considering OTC Hearing Aids? HLAA's OTC Tip Sheet Can Help

The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) has developed an OTC Tip Sheet for hearing aids.

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Hearing Loss Association of America

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Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Devices: Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA)

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Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Devices: Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA)

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Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids

Over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids are a new category of hearing aids that consumers can buy directly, without visiting a hearing health professional.

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National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders

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