Several chronic diseases may arise as you become older and this is not uncommon. Most people over the age of 60 will have a chronic disease, like hypertension (high blood pressure), diabetes mellitus and various other conditions. In fact it is estimated that in some nations this may be as high as 9 in 10 older adults have at least one chronic condition. Understanding what conditions may arise and what you can do to manage or even prevent it can impact your quality of life and even your lifespan. It is not uncommon for older adults to have two or more chronic conditions. As many as 8 in 10 adults over 60 may have two or more chronic diseases simultaneously, which is known as comorbidities. This further impacts upon quality of life and lifespan. With the link established between coronavirus deaths and comorbidities, older adults with chronic diseases are therefore at greater risk and more likely to die from COVID-19 infection. It is important that middle aged and older adults take greater responsibility for their health. Prevention is best but with early detection, rapid treatment and ongoing management, these chronic diseases can be less severe. 1. Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) … Continue reading Common Health Problems in Older Adults (Chronic Diseases After 50)