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From Healing to Harm: The Unintended Consequences of Polypharmacy in Seniors

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Healthcare providers review medication lists, adjust dosages, and coordinate care among multiple specialists. As medication regimens become more complex, older adults may struggle to maintain their autonomy, leading to a greater need for assisted living or long-term care facilities. Hanlon, J., & Hajjar, E.

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

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“Polypharmacy and Elderly Patients: A 2020 Study,” Journal of Geriatric Care ). Residents of Long-Term Care Facilities: Patients in these settings experience a polypharmacy rate approximately 50% higher than their counterparts living independently in the community. Data from the U.S. in 1994 to 42.4%