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Why is illness more important than disease in old age? Understanding a Holistic Approach to Geriatric Care

According to a 2022 commentary in the journal *Age and Ageing*, prioritizing the illness concept over the disease framework is crucial in geriatrics, especially with complex, chronic conditions. This critical perspective reveals **why illness is more important than disease in old age**, shifting the focus from simply treating pathology to managing the individual's lived experience.