Common sickness after age 60 and how to avoid them

As people grow older, especially after the age of 60, the body becomes more vulnerable to certain illnesses. This is a natural part of ageing, but with the right knowledge and lifestyle choices, many of these conditions can be prevented or well managed.

Understanding the common health problems that affect older adults is an important step toward living a healthy, active, and independent life.

1. Heart Disease

Heart-related conditions such as high blood pressure, stroke, and heart attacks are very common in people over 60. The risk increases due to reduced physical activity, poor diet, and long-term lifestyle habits. To protect the heart, older adults should eat healthy foods low in salt and unhealthy fats, exercise regularly (such as walking), avoid smoking, and attend routine medical check-ups for early detection.

2. Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes often develops as metabolism slows with age. Poor diet and inactivity can worsen the risk. Eating balanced meals, reducing sugar intake, staying physically active, and checking blood sugar levels regularly can help prevent or control diabetes and its complications.

3. Arthritis

Many older people suffer from arthritis, which causes joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. This can affect movement and daily activities. Maintaining a healthy body weight, doing gentle exercises like stretching, swimming, or walking, and avoiding too much strain on the joints can help reduce pain and improve mobility.

4. Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and break easily. It is more common in older adults, especially women. Adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D, regular strength or weight-bearing exercises, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol can help keep bones strong.

5. Respiratory Infections

People over 60 are more likely to suffer from illnesses like pneumonia and influenza. Weak immunity makes recovery slower. Taking recommended vaccines, washing hands regularly, wearing masks during outbreaks, and avoiding crowded places can greatly reduce the risk of infection.

6. Cognitive Decline

Memory loss and conditions like dementia can develop with age. Keeping the brain active is very important. Activities such as reading, solving puzzles, learning new skills, socialising, and staying mentally engaged help support brain health and slow cognitive decline.

7. Vision and Hearing Problems

Eye and ear problems like cataracts, glaucoma, and hearing loss are common in old age. Regular eye and hearing check-ups, wearing protective eyewear in the sun, and avoiding loud noise exposure can help preserve vision and hearing for longer…CONTINUE MORE READING>>>