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Geriatric Medicine: A Student’s Thoughts
Abstract:
There are 7.4 billion people on the planet hailing from different countries, composed of a multitude of races, participating in various occupations, and holding distinct sets of values; yet, one phenomenon that binds us all, is aging. We are all confronted with aging, and history demonstrates that we run from the inevitable. Throughout time, common practice was to discard those who aged or try to prevent the aging process. As medicine evolves, our view on aging remains stagnant. As we navigate the 21st century, there is a call from media outlets to embrace the aging process; however, geriatric medicine continues to fade into the background. The reason for the decline could be apathy, ignorance, or fear. Despite the reason, the geriatric population is not going anywhere, and it is our duty to give them our best.
Keywords:
Geriatric Medicine