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The Big Number: A major pandemic weight gain
Forty-two percent of Americans have put on weight, averaging 29 pounds. Men have gained more than than women, younger adults more than older people.
The Big Number: 14.1 million Americans 50 and older suffer osteoporosis
Many more women than men in this age group (20 percent vs. 4 percent) have the bone-thinning disorder, a CDC report says.
The Big Number: 94 percent of older Americans take medications that could increase their likelihood of falling
In an 18-year span, research shows those 65 and older filled more than 7.8 billion prescriptions for high blood pressure, depression, sleep problems or pain.
