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AAOS On-Line Service
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Public information area includes material about arthritis, osteoporosis, scoliosis, total joint replacement and the prevention of back pain and broken hips.
http://www.aaos.org/
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Action for Healthy Aging and Elderly Care
The Novartis Foundation for Gerontological Research. Areas of interest to physicians and researchers, other healthcare professionals, and patients. Weekly news updates from Reuter's Health Information. Patient area topics include impaired mobility and nutrition. The Ask the Expert forum is free to view, but does require registration if you wish to participate.
http://www.healthandage.com/
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AgeNet.com
Health and drug information specific to seniors including online senior drugs reviews of commonly prescribed drugs for the elderly.
http://www.agenet.com/
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Aging Issues Message Board
Forum on the process and affects of aging.
http://www.healthboards.com/aging-issues/
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C-Health
A health and wellness site that has articles and user forums.
http://chealth.canoe.ca/channel_main.asp?channel_id=10
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ElderHope, LLC
Provides information, support, links and book recommendations to the elderly, their caregivers, and the bereaved.
http://www.elderhope.com/
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Healthy Aging Campaign
National, ongoing, health promotion designed to broaden awareness of the positive aspects of aging and to provide inspiration to adults, ages 50 plus, to improve their physical, mental, social and financial health.
http://healthyaging.net
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International Year of Older Persons 1999 U.N.
'Towards a society for all ages.' United Nations/Division for Social Policy and Development.
http://www.un.org/esa/socdev/iyop/index.html
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Keiser Institute on Aging
Information on the enhancement of older adult wellness by changing the perceptions of aging and improving the quality of life.
http://www.keiserinstituteonaging.com
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Latino Gerontological Center
A private, non-profit organization, devoted to improve the quality of life of Hispanic seniors and their communities.
http://www.gerolatino.org
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Lumetra
Information on Medicare for beneficiaries, their families and providers.
http://www.lumetra.com/
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Medbroadcast.com - Senior's Health
Covers a range of health issues with causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments for medical conditions, as well as news and features.
http://www.medbroadcast.com/channel_main.asp?channel_id=1001
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Medicare Rights Center
A not-for-profit organization that is the source for Medicare consumers and Medicare professionals
http://www.medicarerights.org
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Mental Health and Aging
This site will assist older adults and their families in obtaining appropriate mental health and aging services, and teach them how to advocate to get their needs met.
http://www.mhaging.org/
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Pro-Ops
Articles on common health conditions in senior citizens.
http://member.rivernet.com.au/balehirs/Bishyp7dHealth.htm
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Senior Connections
Resources for seniors and their caregivers in Virginia
http://www.seniorconnections-va.org
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Senior Health Week
News and information for seniors.
http://www.seniorhealthweek.org/
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Senior One Source
Referral service and magazine designed to help seniors achieve a healthier life.
http://www.senioronesource.com/
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Seniors Resource Guide
A guide to senior services and resources on healthcare providers, housing options, emergency services, community resources, and professional articles on aging.
http://www.seniorsresourceguide.com
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SeniorWorld Online
A directory of health, fitness, and nutrition for seniors.
http://www.seniorworld.com/r1997719225113/a_c1997x23456781.html
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Staying Healthy at 50+
AHRQ consumer information on ways people age 50 and older can stay healthy, tips on living habits, to help prevent disease, screening tests, and immunizations.
http://www.ahrq.gov/ppip/50plus/
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Therubins.com
Health, medical and social information of interest to the elderly.
http://www.therubins.com/
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ThirdAge Health
Starting point for people over 40 for information about a healthy life and life style.
http://www.thirdage.com/health/
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Wayne State University Institute of Gerontology
Information useful to those interested in geriatrics, the process of aging and services for the elderly. Designed for researchers, educators, practitioners, and the general public. Includes description of programs and courses, calendar of events, and tips.
http://www.iog.wayne.edu/
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When Does Someone Attain Old Age?
The Ohio Department of Aging, Senior Series. SS-101-96.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/ss-fact/0101.html
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