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Furthermore, the use of opioid pain medicines in aged care facilities was found to be 30 times higher in Australia.
Opioid use is common among adults aged 65 and older as medicines like morphine and oxycodone are frequently prescribed for chronic pain related to arthritis, urinary tract infections (UTIs), circulatory problems and other health issues. However longterm use of opioids remains controversial and poses risks