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Frailty myths
Condition is not inevitable with age and should be tackled early
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Wong Wei Chin and Lim Wee Shiong
Madam Sim, who is in her early 80s, used to enjoy regular morning walks, group qigong exercises and travelling on public transport to explore new eateries with her friends.
However, over time, the onset of arthritis and joint pain in both her knees gradually hampered her physical activity.
