Abstract

Older persons are the fastest growing segment of the American population, and older women significantly outnumber men. The health status of older women is influenced by disease and psychosocial factors. Comprehensive geriatric assessment is a tool which takes into account the many aspects of health and provides a framework for developing individualized goals of care. Cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, hormonal treatment, urinary incontinence, mental health, sexuality, substance abuse, cancer and exercise are discussed.

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