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Pneumonia is now the leading cause of death in elderly population in Malaysia.

Pneumonia now the leading cause of certified deaths in MalaysiaKUALA LUMPUR: Pneumonia has become the leading cause of certified deaths in Malaysia while seasonal influenza remains a global health concern, affecting at least one billion people annually.

Commentary: Late-life depression is common but not inevitable in ageing SingaporeThe symptoms of late-life depression are easily mistaken for normal ageing or cognitive impairment, says Associate Professor Ng Chong Jin of Khoo Teck Puat Hospital.

Late-life depression in elderly. Late-life depression can also present as memory loss or confusion, which may be misinterpreted as dementia. Late-life depression is not an inevitable part of ageing. Through collective efforts by families, communities and healthcare professionals, we can ensure that every senior feels valued and connected. Helping them rediscover purpose and meaning in life is a responsibility we all share in building an inclusive society.

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The FRAX (Fracture Risk Assessment Tool) score is a valuable tool for predicting osteoporosis-related fracture risk by estimating the 10-year probability of hip and major osteoporotic fractures. It integrates key clinical risk factors—such as age, sex, BMI, smoking status, prior fractures, and glucocorticoid use—with or without bone mineral density (BMD) to provide an individualized risk assessment. By identifying high-risk individuals, the FRAX score helps guide preventive measures, including lifestyle modifications, calcium and vitamin D supplementation, and osteoporosis treatment to reduce fracture risk.

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