In many American families, including those from minority populations, people from a wide range of ages live together under the same roof. The elder folk in these homes face what are called the diseases of aging, including hypertension, diabetes, arthritis, and cancer. Cancer is a common event among older people, and as we age the risk increases, even if no one in our family has had the disease. Whether or not your family member or older close friend lives with you, knowing a little about the world of cancer and the elderly can help... 
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