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##  [Home](/home)

This is the home page

# Ten Medications Older Adults Should Avoid Or Use With Caution

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## 2023 Vaccination Update

Some things that affect our health are outside of our control. However, we do have the power to change some things that put us at risk for getting sick. This includes vaccinations, sometimes called shots, that help protect us from certain illnesses. Check out our latest video with the most up-to-date 2023 information on important vaccinations for older adults.

 [Watch the video!](https://www.healthinaging.org/vaccinations-older-adults#:~:text=Watch%20Our%20Latest%20Video%3A)

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 We’re here to help you with your questions about COVID19 vaccination. See our [Get the Basics on COVID-19 Vaccines for Older Adults (65+)](https://www.healthinaging.org/tools-and-tips/get-basics-covid-19-vaccines-older-adults-age-65) or watch our video about COVID-19 vaccines [here](https://www.healthinaging.org/covid-19-vaccines). To learn more about COVID19, click [here](https://www.healthinaging.org/a-z-topic/covid19).

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## Caregiver Health: How are you?

Are you a caregiver? Take our new online quiz to see if your stress is affecting your health.

[Learn More Learn More about Caregiver Health](/tools-and-tips/caregiver-self-assessment-questionnaire)

## Find a Geriatrics Professional

A list of healthcare professionals in your area who are sensitive to the special health care needs of older adults.

[Learn More Learn More about finding a Geriatrics Professional](/find-geriatrics-healthcare-professional)

## Powered by Experts in Older Adult Care

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## Health in Aging Blog

Read posts about issues concerning older adults.

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## Advocacy

The AGS mission is to improve the health, independence, and quality of life of all older people.

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[Delirium](/a-z-topic/delirium)

[Driving Safety](/driving-safety)

[Drug and Substance Abuse](/a-z-topic/drug-and-substance-use-disorders)