False Many older people can beat cancer, especially if it's found early. Over half of all cancers occur in people 65 and older, which means that screening for cancer in this age group is especially important 19. True The body's thermostat tends to function less efficiently with age, making the older person's body less able to adapt to heat or cold. True Older people often have a combination of conditions that require drugs. Check with your doctor to make sure all drugs and dosages are appropriate.
False People can learn new information and skills at any age.
Research indicates that older people can obtain new skills and improve old ones, including how to use a computer.