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Can elderly people take the flu shot?

My mother is 76 and wants the flu shot. Can elderly people take the flu shot?
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Why do some senior citizens avoid seeing the doctor?

My mother is 82 and she doesn't want to see a doctor. She refuses and would rather not go. Why do some senior citizens avoid seeing the doctor?
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How serious is geriatric depression?

My mother was diagnosed with geriatric depression. Is this a phase? How serious is geriatric depression?
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How is a geriatric psychiatrist different from a normal psychiatrist?

My 78 year old mother wants to speak to someone about her dementia. I wonder how is a geriatric psychiatrist different from a normal psychiatrist?
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Are senior citizens more likely to develop depression?

My 78 year old father seems to be depressed. He doesn't want to leave the house. Are senior citizens more likely to develop depression?
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Why are some children born with cancer?

I have a niece with lymphoma, and I was wondering what cause cancer to develop in children. Even with excellent prenatal care.
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How to lose weight when severely obese?

My 19 year old son is very overweight and seems sad. How do I help him lose the weight?
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How is dementia different from Alzheimer's?

I have both dementia and Alzheimer's in my family tree. What is the difference between the two? My father had it and he had to see a psychiatrist for his condition. He was aware...
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Is Alzheimer's disease mostly genetic?

I am a 39 year old female and my mom passed away from Alzheimer's disease at age 78. Is Alzheimer's disease mostly genetic?
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What are the effects of smoking on a baby in utero?

I am a 25 year old pregnant woman and I am trying my best not to smoke. What are the effects of smoking on a baby in utero?
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Can a psychiatrist help my father who is suffering from dementia?

My 74 year old father is suffering from dementia and is often confused. Would speaking to a psychiatrist be helpful or more confusing for him?
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Can being obese be related to having cavities?

I am a 26-year-old female who has struggled with her weight and has had many cavities. Can being obese be related to having cavities?
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Will a biochemical genetics consultation help to speed up my metabolism?

I am a 53-year-old woman with a very slow metabolism and this has lead to a decent amount of weight gain. Will a biochemical genetics consultation help to speed up my metabolism?...
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Does morphine have any serious side effects?

I was given morphine at the hospital for some severe pain after a car accident, but now the area where the morphine was injected in is red and inflamed. Could this be a side effect...
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