Elderly Diseases

Seniors are at higher risk of developing some diseases than the general population.

Some diseases that affect elderly people more are:
  • Alzheimer's disease
  • Arthritis
  • Cancer
  • Diabetes
  • Depression
  • Hypertension/ high blood pressure
  • Strokes (cerebrovascular accidents)
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)/emphysema
  • Congestive heart failure (CHF)
  • Coronary artery disease and other heart disease