What: The New York Times profiles women in their 60s and 70s who are struggling with anorexia–with little evidence on how to help them, especially as they age. The number of older women seeking treatment for eating disorders that they’ve dealt with since childhood or adolescence is increasing, with potential long-term health impacts.

Key Line: “Doctors are now seeing the long-term impact of disordered eating on older bodies, including osteoporosis, arthritis, dental issues and heart disease. ‘My fear is that we are woefully underprepared for these patients,’ said Craig Johnson… ‘There will be an increasing number of patients that are aging into their 60s and 70s in need of palliative care that I fear we are unprepared for.’”

Source: New York Times