Chronic Conditions Effect Phoenix and Tempe Seniors
All too often, because there are so many chronic conditions that seem to afflict older persons, there is the mistaken perception that diabetes, arthritis and the like, are just “part of growing old” — and nothing can be done about them. The truth is most of these diseases and conditions are treatable and should be addressed by a physician.
According to the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists, the most common chronic diseases afflicting the elderly are:
- Adult onset diabetes
- Arthritis
- Kidney and bladder problems
- Dementia
- Parkinson’s disease
- Glaucoma
- Lung disease
- Cataracts
- Osteoporosis
- Enlarged prostate
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Macular degeneration
- Depression
- Cardiovascular disease
Learn about BrightStar Care of Phoenix and Tempe’s senior home care services and how we can help here.
