The Most Common Cause of Anemia in the Elderly

The Most Common Cause of Anemia in the Elderly

ByTarik Regad

Iron Deficiency is the most common cause of anemia in the elderly. It is due to abnormalities in the gastrointestinal tract such as stomach ulcers and cancer, and the reduction in iron supply through diet. It manifests with a reduced size and color of red blood cells. The prevalence of iron deficiency in individuals older…

Microcirculation Promotes a Long and Healthy Life

Microcirculation Promotes a Long and Healthy Life

ByTarik Regad

Microcirculation is a network of blood vessels that provide tissues and organs with essential nutrients and oxygen for their maintenance, activities, and survival, while also cleansing the body’s waste products [1]. Therefore, a better microcirculation is key for longer and healthier life, and its impairment can lead to premature deaths [2][3]. Why Do Nonagenarians and…