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Too Much of a Good Thing? Unpacking the Rise of Polypharmacy in Seniors

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However, aging also brings about physiological and pathological changes that increase the risk of developing multiple chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, stroke, and diabetes. Data from the U.S. shows that the proportion of older adults taking five or more medications tripled from 13.8% in 1994 to 42.4%