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Malnutrition Health Consequences
A new British report suggests that a lack of adequate nutrition for the elderly may speed deterioration among those who suffer from dementia. The study's authors say that malnutrition can lead to avoidable deterioration and unnecessary hospitalization, and they suggest that good nutrition for those in nursing homes and other eldercare facilities should be a key aspect of keeping patients healthy.
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Real life consequences
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Health Consequences of Smoking
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Smoking Cessation
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Consequences of Chronic Insomnia
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Insomnia
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Malnutrition
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Malnutrition is the condition that occurs when your body does not get enough nutrients. Alternative Names Nutrition - inadequate ... Read more »
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Source: eOrthopod
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