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Oct 29, 2025

4 min

Understanding Healthcare Quality: What Does 30 Day Mortality Mean?

In healthcare, 30-day mortality is a key quality metric representing the percentage of patients who die for any reason within 30 days of a hospital admission. It is a vital indicator of care quality, especially for seniors.

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Oct 6, 2025

3 min

What is the association of muscle strength with all-cause mortality in the oldest old?

A large multinational study involving adults aged 90 and older found a clear inverse association between muscle strength and mortality risk. This means that higher muscle strength is linked to a lower risk of dying from any cause in the oldest old. This protective effect appears to be gradual, with every added kilogram of strength potentially counting toward longevity.

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