Profound Decline After Long-Term Care Admission: Outcomes Some Deem ‘Worse Than Death’
New research from the Bruyère Research Institute and ICES reveals that a significant number of individuals admitted to long-term care (LTC) facilities in Ontario experience severe and lasting cognitive and…
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Strong ‘Family’ Connections Are Essential for the Wellbeing of Care Home Staff and Residents
A new study has brought to light a significant finding: care home residents experience a marked improvement in care when…
Older Adults Under Stress Face Greater Challenges Recovering from Surgery
Even relatively modest stress before surgery may significantly affect how well older adults recover, according to new research from Duke…
Evaluation of the Economic Effects of Alternative Healthcare Delivery Methods for Elderly Patients in Emergency Departments
Overcrowding and long waiting times in emergency departments (EDs) are pressing issues in Ireland and across the globe, negatively impacting…
Majority of Older Adults in England Regard Climate Change as a Serious Issue
Six in ten older people in England consider climate change a serious risk. At the same time, only a small…
Impoverished areas associated with increased risk of dementia and accelerated brain ageing
Residing in less affluent areas is associated with both quicker brain ageing and a heightened risk of developing dementia early…