ponents of the FRAIL scale was linked to a higher risk of death from any cause. Pre-frail and frail people had a higher risk of death from cardiovascular disease than robust participants.
      Broken down by frailty levels, 52 percent were in good health, 4 percent were pre-frail and 6 percent were frail.
      During 14 years of followup, 1,801 participants -- 46 percent -- died, including 672 due to cardiovascular disease.
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Deaths from cardiovascular disease among people physically active but also frail were similar to levels for pre-frail and inactive people.
      "It's never too late to become active," the American Geriatrics Society said in a blog post. "Before starting on a new exercise program, check with your healthcare provider to make sure it's safe for you to do so. For the vast majority of people, the benefits of exercise far outweigh the risks."