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Preventive care for the elderly.

R Lavizzo-Mourey1, D Diserens

  • 1Program in Geriatric Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia 19104-2683.

Occupational Medicine (Philadelphia, Pa.)
|October 1, 1990
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Preventive health strategies for older adults are gaining importance. Focusing on geriatric care improves seniors' quality of life and offers societal cost savings.

Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Preventive Healthcare

Background:

  • Medical prevention research has historically overlooked the elderly population.
  • There is a growing emphasis on geriatric care and its associated benefits.
  • Preventive efforts for seniors can enhance individual well-being and reduce societal costs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the effects of prevention strategies specifically for the elderly population.
  • To highlight the importance of geriatric-focused preventive healthcare.

Main Methods:

  • This chapter reviews existing literature and clinical practices.
  • Analysis of the impact of preventive interventions in older adults.

Main Results:

  • Preventive strategies can significantly improve the quality of life for elderly individuals.

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  • Implementing geriatric preventive care may lead to substantial cost savings for society.

    • Conclusions:

    • Targeted preventive strategies are crucial for improving health outcomes in the elderly.
    • Geriatric preventive care offers a dual benefit of enhanced individual well-being and economic advantages.