How hurricanes affect hospitalizations and deaths among older adults using electricity-dependent medical devices
New research in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society indicates that older adults who rely on electricity-dependent medical devices—such as ventilators, respirators and dialysis machines—may face substantial health risks during and after hurricanes, especially in communities experiencing severe flooding.
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