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

Oct 18, 2025

5 min

Is going into shock related to age? Understanding the risks in older adults

Recent studies have shown that advanced age is a strong independent risk factor for poor outcomes and higher mortality rates following conditions that can lead to shock. It is a critical, life-threatening condition, and understanding if going into shock is related to age is essential for proper senior care and emergency preparedness.

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Oct 16, 2025

5 min

Understanding Shock: Which Type of Shock Are Older Adults with Impaired Cardiac Function More Likely to Develop?

Did you know that following a major heart attack, a patient's risk of developing cardiogenic shock can be as high as 10%? For seniors, understanding which type of shock are older adults with impaired cardiac function more likely to develop is critical for prevention and rapid response.

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