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UF Study: Some Illnesses, Life Events Make Elders Vulnerable To Depression

GAINESVILLE — Although common among the elderly, depression is not a personal weakness or character flaw, but rather a major medical issue and public health concern, a new University of Florida study finds.

Filed under Aging, Family, Gender, Health, Research on Tuesday, November 16, 1999.

Despite Effects On Perceived Health, Many Elderly Ignore Hearing Loss

GAINESVILLE — Despite mounting evidence that hearing loss affects health, a significant number of elderly people don’t seek treatment for the problem, even when their hearing loss is substantial, University of Florida researchers say.

Filed under Aging, Black, Health, Research on Thursday, November 4, 1999.