Sources used in making this web site
These are the sources I used to create the contents of this
polypharmacy site. Some of the
citations are to web sites, with the link provided.
General
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Duke University Center for the Study of Aging and Human
Development.
Geriatric Evaluation
and Management (GEM)
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Medicines: Use Them Safely.
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Network of Continuing Medical Education. "Avoiding the pitfalls of polypharmacy." [Videocassette]. NCME 749, 1999.
Ohio State University Extension with the Ohio State Department of Aging Senior Series
Fact Sheets
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Over-the-Counter and Dietary Supplements
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