Fatigue Is Common Among Older People. Finding Its Cause Is Important.
Fatigue is a common companion of serious illness, affecting 40 to 74 percent of older people living with heart disease, cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, lung disease, kidney disease, and neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis, among others. This Washington Post article, featuring CAPC's Senior Education Advisor, Dr. Andrew Esch, discusses the effect of fatigue, when older adults should be concerned about fatigue, and strategies to manage persistent fatigue.