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Elderly adults are at greatest risk of stroke and myocardial infarction and have the most to gain from prophylaxis. Patients ages 60 to 80 years with blood pressures above 160/90 mm Hg should benefit from antihypertensive treatment.
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In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.
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If you could remove all of your skin, it would weigh up to 5 pounds.
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A seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to reduce the chances you will get seasonal influenza and spread it to others.
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To combat osteoporosis, changes in lifestyle and diet are recommended. At-risk patients should include 1,200 to 1,500 mg of calcium daily either via dietary means or with supplements.