How to Age Better by Optimizing Chronic Conditions: The Healthy Aging Checklist Part 4

Many seniors don't get recommended care for their chronic conditions unless they learn to be proactive and do a little homework on their own. Optimal management of chronic conditions is key to healthier aging, & preventing declines in health & independence.

How to Age Better by Optimizing Chronic Conditions: The Healthy Aging Checklist Part 4

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Optimal management of chronic conditions is key to healthier aging, & preventing declines in health & independence.

Many seniors don't get recommended care for their chronic conditions unless they learn to be proactive and do a little homework on their own.

This post reviews the 8 ways older adults are harmed by suboptimal management of chronic conditions, and provides 6 suggestions for being proactive.

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Optimal management of chronic conditions is key to healthier aging, & preventing declines in health & independence. Many seniors don't get recommended care for their chronic conditions unless they learn to be proactive and do a little homework on their own. This post reviews the 8 ways older adults are harmed by suboptimal management of chronic conditions, and provides 6 suggestions for being proactive.

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  • We also review why it's risky to assume doctors will provide optimal care, and why it's better to become a "prepared patient."

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