Tag: caregivers
Emerging Study Reveals Hidden Contributions of Nieces and Nephews in Dementia Care
A recent Virginia Tech study has drawn attention to the important yet often unrecognised role that nieces and…
Research reveals impact of obesity on healthcare delivery
A recent qualitative study has found that older adults living with obesity often feel judged or dismissed by…
Home Care Cooperatives Could Hold the Solution to the Growing Elderly Caregiver Shortage
According to a new study, home care cooperatives could offer a vital solution to the ongoing shortage of…
Significant Traumatic Stress Detected in Caregivers of Adult Cancer Patients
Millions of family members and friends annually undertake the emotionally taxing role of caregivers for loved ones undergoing…
The Quantity of Family Carers Assisting Elderly Individuals Rose by Nearly One-Third from 2011 to 2022
Between 2011 and 2022, the number of family caregivers supporting older adults in home and residential-care environments saw…
People Suffering from Migraines Have Increased Risk of Depression Amidst Pandemic
A recent in-depth study by the University of Toronto has shed light on the severe mental health effects…
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…
Impact of a Youthful Outlook on Dementia Caregivers and Their Relatives
The University of Surrey has unveiled findings that establish a link between the perceived ages of spousal caregivers…
Duke-NUS research highlights prevalent use of physical restraints in home care for elderly individuals with dementia
A recent study by Duke-NUS Medical School has highlighted the widespread use of physical restraints among caregivers of…
Patient-centered cardiovascular care is essential for enhancing equity and outcomes
A new Scientific Statement from the American Heart Association, published in Circulation, emphasizes the significant benefits of adopting…
Patient-centered cardiovascular care is crucial for enhancing equity and outcomes
According to a new American Heart Association Scientific Statement published today in Circulation, adult cardiovascular care focusing on…
The new dressing robot can imitate the actions of care workers
Researchers have made a breakthrough by developing a new robot capable of replicating care workers' two-handed techniques for…