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Ageism in America

What is Ageism in Medicine?

Home Healthcare News, In the News: Elder Care IssuesBy David York AgencyDecember 26, 2017

Today, there is an unfortunate epidemic that is affecting the elderly. This problem is the result of biases, misconceptions, and assumptions. We refer to it as “ageism in medicine.” Consider this: a doctor tells a 75-year-old woman to ignore her back pain because aches and pains is a “normal” part of aging. Miles away, a…

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