Key learning points: physical activity in osteoporosis
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Top tips: frailty in older people
Dr Sunil Angris offers top tips on the identification, assessment, and management of frailty in people aged 65 years and over
Coordination of care is essential for managing multimorbidity
Dr David Kernick reviews NICE Guideline 56 on multimorbidity, and identifies the key recommendations for managing people with multiple chronic conditions in primary care
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