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As we age, it’s easy to label every ache, change, or slowdown as a “disease.” But doctors and geriatric specialists explain that many changes seniors worry about are not illnesses at all — they’re normal adaptations of the aging body. That doesn’t mean they should be ignored. It means they should be understood — without fear, shame, or unnecessary panic. In this video, we gently explain 5 common conditions seniors often mistake for diseases, and why recognizing them as part of aging can bring pe