Lower levels of lymphocyte blood cells — a condition called lymphopenia — could be an early warning for future illness, as low counts were associated with a 60% increase in death from any cause, found a Danish study in CMAJ (Canadian Medical ... [Continue Reading]
First unplanned hospital admission associated with 5-fold increased risk of death in older adults
Unexpected admission to hospital could be an early warning indicator of death within 5 years for seniors. New research in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) found that a first unplanned admission to hospital for any reason was associated ... [Continue Reading]