High blood pressure is a common condition among people over 50, but it can be managed with medication and lifestyle changes; experts recommend regular blood pressure checks after age 50.
1. High blood pressure
High cholesterol, a contributor to heart disease, can build up inside blood vessels over time and comes with no symptoms, so it's important to check your numbers regularly with a blood test and manage it with diet, exercise.
2. High cholesterol
Middle-aged individuals should get screened for diabetes during routine blood tests as it commonly develops during this age and can be managed with lifestyle changes and medication.
3. Diabetes
Arthritis, particularly osteoarthritis, commonly appears in people in their 50s, and joint pain or stiffness should not be overlooked or dismissed.
4. Arthritis
After 50, women should pay attention to their bone health, as menopause causes a decrease in bone density that can lead to osteoporosis.
5. Osteoporosis
Routine cancer screenings become important in your 50s due to advancing age being the biggest risk factor for cancer.
6. Cancer
Stress in midlife can affect mental health, which can in turn affect physical health, with about 20% of people aged 55 or older experiencing some type of mental health concern.
7. Anxiety and depression
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