3 Compression of Morbidity
Optimal aging for older adults
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This looks at the term Compression of Morbidity. It means staying as healthy and active as we can until the end of our lives. We want our final years to be good years and not spending them in a hospital bed. Here, you'll learn more about the term and how we can accomplish this.
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