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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. “Polypharmacy and Elderly Patients: A 2020 Study,” Journal of Geriatric Care ). Reference: Smith, J. & & Doe, A.