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

Oct 13, 2025

4 min

How long can a bedridden elderly person live?

According to a study published in the *European Journal of Case Reports in Internal Medicine*, 62% of permanently bedridden patients with multiple comorbidities died within three months. However, determining exactly **how long can a bedridden elderly person live** is not possible without considering individual circumstances.

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Oct 2, 2025

5 min

Understanding How to Help: When you turn an older adult in bed, what can they do to assist and help make the roll easier?

Effective bed repositioning is crucial for preventing pressure injuries in older adults, who are more susceptible to skin breakdown. When you turn an older adult in bed, what can they do to assist and help make the roll easier, and how can caregivers facilitate this vital participation?

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