“Frailty is regarded as a ­syndrome, and a syndrome is a group of signs and symptoms that helps recognise frailty, which includes things like being slower,” says Dr Nasrin Razzaq, a general practitioner (GP) lead for personalised care in Britain. “However, frailty can exist under 65.”He adds that being able to diagnose frailty enables healthcare professionals to think about a patient more holistically. “The beauty of having that sort of label or understanding that somebody has frailty is that it prompts healthcare professionals to think about the patient in a more holistic way.”Signs of frailtySpotting the signs of frailty early can help increase someone’s quality of life. Here are some key signs of frailty to look out for:> Slow walking speedTaking longer than usual to walk a certain distance is seen as one of the major signs of frailty. Here's an easy testThe earlier you recognise the signs of frailty, the better.

Source: The Star December 21, 2025 01:31 UTC