Taking Charge | Good Medical Care for the Elderly and How To Get It

This book is not intended as a medical manual. Rather, it is intended as a reference volume and the information included is given to help you make informed decisions about your health and the health of your loved ones. This volume is not intended to be a substitute for any care, treatment, diagnosis or supervision that may be prescribed by a physician. If you think that you or someone for whom you care has a medical problem, you are urged to seek competent professional medical advice.

Wherever possible, the authors have included only the name of generic medications, however, from time to time brand names are given as an example. The appropriateness of any medication, other product, or treatment should be decided by you or your loved one in consultation with a physician.

Internet addresses (URLs), mailing addresses and telephone numbers provided in this book were accurate and functional at the time this book went to press.