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E-Guide: Polypharmacy in Senior Living

July 12, 2024

Polypharmacy is dangerous for anyone, but seniors are especially vulnerable. And the consequences can be dire — it can cause adverse drug events, falls, hospitalizations, and decreases in function and cognition. Learn about the causes of polypharmacy, how to recognize signs, and how deprescribing can enhance residents’ health and quality of life.

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