‘DadiDada Arogya Card‘ Card for the elderly provides financial assistance in health check-ups and medical treatment for individuals above the age of 50. The medical expenses of the senior citizens usually rise with age and they require specific medical attention and assistance along with financial aid and guidance. Family history, age and lifestyle play a large role in the risk for certain medical conditions. However, a large number of health concerns for seniors can be prevented or the progression slowed by making smart, healthy choices and visiting a doctor for regular screening. This Health Card is designed specifically for people above the age of 50 years to provide them with the assistance to live a good quality life.
Some of the most common health problems in the elderly include:
• Cognitive decline – Memory decline, Alzheimer’s Disease, mental health issues.
• Balance issues
• Oral health problems
• Heart disease – It is the leading cause of death for adults over the age of 65. Conditions like high blood pressure and high cholesterol need to be managed properly.
• Osteoarthritis or osteoporosis – With age the risk for low bone mass or osteoporosis or some form of osteoarthritis increases.
• Respiratory diseases – Conditions like asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can worsen with age. However, there are variety of medications available that allow one to breathe easier.
• Diabetes – It’s estimated that 25 percent of adults age 65 and older have type 2 diabetes.
• Influenza or pneumonia – Infections like the flu or pneumonia aren’t specifically senior illnesses, however, seniors are more vulnerable to them and due to weakened immune systems, may be less likely to successfully recover from them.
• Vision or hearing loss – Maintaining regular screenings for vision and hearing is vital as one ages. Age-related eye issues like macular degeneration, cataracts and glaucoma affect millions of older adults, and 43 percent of people who experience hearing loss are 65 or older.
• Cancer – The risk for some types of cancer also increases as you age. For example, women become more at risk for cervical or endometrial cancers, while men have a higher risk for prostate cancer
Facilities
• Cashless hospitalization on discounted rates*
• Interest free loan up to Five lakh as per medical requirement & eligibility.*
• Medical check-ups and other tests in various empanelled pathology centres
• Covers the charges of surgeons, consultants, specialists, medical practitioners etc.
• ENT specialisation
• Dental Packages for oral health
• Ayurveda consultation
• Psychological Health counselling services
Note- * terms and conditions apply.
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