Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms: News and Research on Frailty

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Could skin reveal new clues about aging and frailty?

When it comes to aging skin, scientists think of much more than wrinkles. They think of an organ with multitudes of microbes, immune cells, structural proteins and chemical signals that constantly interact with one another.

Why older pedestrians fare worse in car crashes

Older pedestrians aren't injured by motor vehicles at a greater rate than younger pedestrians, according to 2023 data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. But they're more likely to die.

Frailty could be key to early dementia diagnosis

Being frail appears to accelerate the onset of dementia, particularly in people who show little or no signs of the disease, a University of Queensland-led study has found. Dr. David Ward from UQ's Frazer Institute said the ...

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