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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 12, 2025

5 min

Is Timed Up and Go Better Than Gait Speed in Predicting Health Function and Falls in Older Adults?

According to the CDC, falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults. Understanding which assessment tool, whether it is gait speed or the Timed Up and Go, is a superior predictor of these risks is crucial for proactive senior care and preventative health strategies.

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Oct 8, 2025

4 min

What is the sensitivity of the clinical frailty scale?

Research consistently highlights that the diagnostic accuracy of frailty screening tools can vary significantly. This article answers the question, **what is the sensitivity of the clinical frailty scale?**, and explains how it impacts clinical decisions for senior care.

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