Table 2 Major health issues for aging Latinos

Chronic Disease and Chronic Disease Management Issues:

 1. Diabetes

 2. Heart Disease

 3. Hypertension

 4. High cholesterol

 5. Arthritis

 6. Rheumatism

 7. Asthma

 8. Bronchitis

 9. Cancer

Problems Secondary to Poor Diabetes Self-Management:

 1. Vision problems

 2. Limb/ft problems

 3. Kidney disease

 4. Liver disease

Mental Health Issues:

 1. Dementia

 2. Alzheimer’s disease

 3. Depression

 4. Stress

 5. Insomnia

Acute Health Issues:

 1. Heat Stress

 2. Work-related injuries; broken bones

 3. Sexually transmitted infections

 4. Respiratory infections

Other Health Issues:

 1. Alcoholism (especially among men)

 2. Obesity and poor nutrition

 3. Bone/joint problems

 4. Dental problems

 5. Hearing issues

Culture-bound Syndromes: susto and nervios