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Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death in Thailand, and the number of cases continues to rise. Although cancer is more common among older adults, certain types are increasingly being diagnosed in younger people.

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder caused by the gradual degeneration of brain cells and tissues. It is most commonly found in older adults and can affect memory, thinking, communication, behaviour, orientation, and the ability to perform everyday activities.

Invasive Pneumococcal Disease, or IPD, is a serious infection caused by the bacterium Streptococcus pneumoniae, commonly known as pneumococcus.

A cataract is a condition in which the natural lens inside the eye gradually becomes cloudy. A healthy lens is normally clear and allows light to pass through and focus on the retina at the back of the eye.

Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can spread through respiratory droplets and secretions released when an infected person coughs, sneezes, talks, or breathes close to others.

Pneumonia can affect people of all ages. However, infectious pneumonia is more common and may become more severe in children younger than two years old and adults aged 65 years or above.

A middle ear infection occurs when the tissues inside the middle ear become inflamed. Fluid or pus may accumulate behind the eardrum, leading to symptoms such as:

Dementia is a condition in which cognitive abilities gradually decline enough to interfere with daily life and independence. It is more common among older adults, but it is not considered a normal or inevitable part of ageing.