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Anaemia risk increased with low-dose aspirin

Low-dose aspirin increases the risk of anaemia in healthy older adults, independently of major bleeding, according to an analysis of the primary prevention ASPREE trial.

13 Jul 2023

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Call to improve care home bone health

The authors of a recent UK study have highlighted the opportunity to improve osteoporosis management in care home residents.

16 Mar 2023

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Preventative prescribing is risky in the very old

Preventative medicines are often prescribed with no clear benefit, a study finds

16 Sep 2022

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Reduced activity during lockdown could mean more falls in the elderly

Reduced strength and balancing activity could increase risk of falls in older people by over 6 per cent

16 Aug 2021

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