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Editorial for the Special Issue: Geriatric Nursing Nutrition
1Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, San Camillo Forlanini Hospital, Rome Cir.ne Gianicolense 87, 00152 Roma, Italy.
Nutrients
|January 8, 2025
Summary
Malnutrition is a major health risk for older adults, particularly those with chronic diseases. Addressing malnutrition is crucial for reducing mortality and improving health outcomes in the elderly population.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Nutritional Science
Background:
- Malnutrition significantly increases mortality and morbidity risks in the elderly.
- High prevalence of malnutrition observed in geriatric populations, especially those with chronic non-communicable diseases.
Discussion:
- The interplay between aging, chronic diseases, and malnutrition requires comprehensive geriatric care strategies.
- Nutritional status is a critical determinant of health and recovery in older individuals.
Key Insights:
- Geriatric malnutrition is a prevalent and serious condition linked to adverse health outcomes.
- Early identification and intervention for malnutrition are essential in elderly care.
Outlook:
- Future research should focus on effective, scalable interventions to combat malnutrition in the aging population.
- Integrating nutritional screening and support into routine geriatric healthcare is recommended.
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