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

PharmD Live

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. Care Fragmentation: Elderly patients frequently consult multiple healthcare providers for various health issues. Reference: Smith, J. &