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

Oct 9, 2025

5 min

Understanding the Assessment: When assessing an elderly patient who fell it is important to remember that?

According to the CDC, over 32,000 older adults die from fall-related injuries every year, a serious public health concern. When assessing an elderly patient who fell it is important to remember that a fall is rarely just an accident but often a symptom of a deeper, underlying medical issue or a culmination of risk factors.

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Oct 5, 2025

5 min

How long can elderly live with bowel incontinence? Understanding longevity and care

While bowel incontinence itself is not a terminal condition, studies show it is often a marker of declining overall health in older adults. Understanding the root causes is crucial for families asking **how long can elderly live with bowel incontinence?** The focus should be on managing the underlying health issues, rather than the symptom alone.

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