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Drug-induced pharmacodynamic effects manifested in older adults include drug-induced renal toxicity, which can be a major factor when these adults are experiencing other kidney problems.
Increased intake of vitamin D has been shown to reduce fractures up to 25% in older people.
The people with the highest levels of LDL are Mexican American males and non-Hispanic black females.
Between 1999 and 2012, American adults with high total cholesterol decreased from 18.3% to 12.9%
The liver is the only organ that has the ability to regenerate itself after certain types of damage. As much as 25% of the liver can be removed, and it will still regenerate back to its original shape and size. However, the liver cannot regenerate after severe damage caused by alcohol.