New Web Site and Publications for Spanish-Speaking Seniors

Format: Web Site
Institute: National Institute on Aging (NIA)

The older population in the United States is becoming more racially and ethnically diverse. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of older Hispanic adults is expected to increase from 6% of the population in 2003 to 11% by 2030.

Accurate, up-to-date information on health issues affecting Hispanic seniors is now available online in Spanish. The user-friendly Web site has information on a wide range of health topics, including such diseases as Alzheimer’s, cancer, and diabetes as well as helpful tips on choosing a doctor and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The Web site offers free publications in Spanish and provides links to other health-related, Spanish-language Web sites, such as Medicare and MedlinePlus. NIA’s materials have been carefully adapted into Spanish and reviewed by Hispanic seniors.

Next Steps
To view the new Spanish-language NIA Web site, go to www.nia.nih.gov/Espanol.