Fred Cicetti
Latest articles by Fred Cicetti

Coping With Anxiety
By Fred Cicetti published
One in five older adults has symptoms of anxiety.

Are Probiotics Safe?
By Fred Cicetti published
The safety of probiotics has not been thoroughly studied scientifically.
Can Polio Come Back in Old Age?
By Fred Cicetti published
Post-polio syndrome can strike people decades after they've recovered from polio.

Can Negative Thoughts Be Stopped?
By Fred Cicetti published
Negative thinking can contribute to depression. Here is a look at some types of negative thinking.

What Do I Need to Know About Buying a Hearing Aid?
By Fred Cicetti published
There are two main types of hearing aids -- analog and digital.

Does Everyone Get Cataracts Eventually?
By Fred Cicetti published
Cataracts are related to aging, and tend to worsen gradually.

Can You Be Too Old to Donate Organs?
By Fred Cicetti published
Organs have been successfully transplanted from people older than 80.
The Healthy Geezer: Can Alcohol Give You Gout?
By Fred Cicetti published
Gout is a painful type of arthritis that's caused by a build-up of uric acid.

Some Sun Exposure May Be Good for Health
By Fred Cicetti published
While too much sun is certainly hazardous, there is some sunny news about the sun.
Prostate Cancer: PSA Test (Part 3)
By Fred Cicetti published
Treatment for prostate cancer works best when the disease is found early.

Prostate Cancer: PSA Test (Part 2)
By Fred Cicetti published
Treatment for prostate cancer works best when the disease is found early.
Prostate Cancer: PSA Test (Part I)
By Fred Cicetti published
Cancer of the prostate is one of the most common types of cancer among American men.
Breast Cancer: What Are the Symptoms?
By Fred Cicetti published
Breast cancer symptoms include swelling, skin irritation, nipple pain or retraction, and an unusual discharge.
Breast Cancer: The Basics
By Fred Cicetti published
Breast cancer is second-—behind lung cancer—-as the leading cause of cancer death in women.
How to Avoid Being Attacked By a Dog
By Fred Cicetti published
Dogs mostly bite children, though the elderly are second.

Anxiety May Increase With Age
By Fred Cicetti published
Some surveys suggest that one in five older adults suffer anxiety symptoms that require treatment.
Are There Symptoms for Aneurysms?
By Fred Cicetti published
The type and location of the aneurysm will determine the symptoms.

Tips for Preventing Stomach Aches
By Fred Cicetti published
There are some things you can do to prevent stomach aches.

Does Lou Gehrig’s Disease Only Affect Old People?
By Fred Cicetti published
ALS is a motor neuron disease that can affect young adults, children and older people.

How to Slow Hair Loss
By Fred Cicetti published
There are a few steps you can take to preserve your hair.
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