Disease and disadvantage in the United States and in England

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A study to assess the relative health status of older individuals in England and the US, especially how their health status varies by important indicators of socioeconomic position is illustrated. The US spends considerably more money on health care than the UK, as the US population in late middle ages is less healthy than the equivalent British population for diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, myocardial infarction, stroke, lung disease, and cancer.

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Annual revaccination against influenza and mortality risk in community-dwelling elderly persons

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An attempt is made to investigate the effect of annual influenza revaccination on mortality in community-dwelling elderly persons. Results of the investigation states that overall, influenza vaccination is estimated to prevent 1death for every 302 vaccinees at a vaccination coverage that varied between 64% and 74%.

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Vulnerable elders: when it is no longer safe to live alone

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There is an increase in the number of cases of self-neglect, an adult syndrome that affects older adults who are not able to meet basic needs. Several agencies are dedicated to protect vulnerable older persons.

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