Health in Aging: Medications & Older Adults
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People 65 years old and older take prescribed medications more frequently than any other age group in the United States. Most older adults take several medicines to treat chronic illnesses. Healthcare providers may also prescribe medications to older adults to help prevent certain illnesses. This section provides important information on medication safety for us all as we age.
Source: Health in Aging (HiA), 2025
https://www.healthinaging.org/
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Communities & Population Health
Education & Learning
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Age-Friendly Care and Education Collection
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