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Healthy Aging & Non-Communicable Diseases

Healthy Aging & Non-Communicable DiseasesFor seniors, good health helps ensure independence, security, and continued productivity in the later years. But non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes can diminish seniors’ quality of life, raise health-care costs, and increase pressure on family members who are responsible for their care. 

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Last Updated on Thursday, 12 April 2012 06:54
 

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