"Anemia in the Elderly" is a specialized book that addresses the widespread issue of anemia among older adults, which occurs in approximately 80% of cases. The most common causes are chronic diseases and iron deficiency. The book explores the complex relationships between anemia and the aging process and provides answers to key questions that are significant in geriatric medicine. It highlights why older patients suffer from anemia, when diagnostic evaluation should be initiated, and what clinical consequences anemia entails. Additionally, it discusses the role of erythropoietic growth factors and the possibility that treating anemia could delay the aging process. The authors, including renowned experts like Lodovico Balducci and William B. Ershler, present the latest research findings and offer valuable insights into the diagnosis and treatment of anemia in older adults.