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Why are elderly more likely to develop respiratory infections and bronchitis?
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∙ 9y ago
The elderly have a less effective mucociliary escalator, as well as changes in their immune system. This causes this age group to be more at risk for the development of pneumonia
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∙ 13y ago
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