Many elderly people are receiving and using prescription medications inappropriately

Monday, July 18, 2016 - 12:01 in Health & Medicine

A new study indicates that the majority of community-dwelling elderly adults are taking prescription medications inappropriately. The study also found a link between underuse -- not taking essential medications -- and an increased risk of dying or needing to be hospitalized.

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