The body mass index (BMI) calculation in the elderly subpopulation is biased as currently
calculated. A correction for this bias is very easy and would lead to improved health
among the elderly.
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Publication history
Published online: April 18, 2022
Accepted:
April 11,
2022
Received:
September 29,
2021
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