Comparative impact of hearing and vision impairment on subsequent functioning

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Research presented concerns the impact of vision and hearing loss in the aged on their subsequent physical, cognitive, and social functioning. The implications of the study for prevention and care of hearing and vision loss are discussed.

author: Wallhagen, Margaret I., Strawbridge, William J., Shema, Sarah J., Kurata, John, Kaplan, George A.
Statistical Data Included, Hearing loss, Visually disabled aged, Visually impaired elderly

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Underdiagnosis of airway obstruction in older people: be careful what you look for, you might find it

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Research presented concerns whether or not abnormal pulmonary function is underdiagnosed in the aged population. Topics addressed include airway obstruction, asthma, and the impact of smoking on pulmonary disease.

author: Sue, Darryl Y.
Medical examination, Lungs, Lung, Airway (Medicine), Airway

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Cognitive correlates of financial abilities in mild cognitive impairment

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The capability of elderly individuals with mild cognitive impairment, to bring in good salaries, is analyzed.

author: Marson, Daniel C., Wadley, Virginia G., Okonkwo, Ozioma C., Griffith, H. Randall, Ball, Karlene
Science & research, Economic aspects, Influence, Cognition disorders, Cognitive disorders

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subjects list: Health aspects, Aged, Elderly, Research, United States, Geriatrics
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