Tag: public health
The functional capacity of individuals in their advanced years can be likened to an ecosystem that is prone to collapse upon facing disturbances
As individuals age, the interconnections between various facets of their functional capacity tend to strengthen, potentially signalling a…
Dementia patients from rural and minority backgrounds encounter unequal access to neurology specialists
Diagnosing dementia is a complex and prolonged journey for many, with individuals from specific racial or ethnic backgrounds…
An insufficient number of caregivers for an excessive number of patients is a detrimental mix for the elderly in rural regions
The surge in the elderly population across the Western world, propelled by the ageing of the baby boomer…
Implementing obligatory regulations for indoor environments would lead to significant improvements in the health and efficiency of individuals globally
There is a pressing need for government bodies and organizations to urgently establish, enact, and uphold standards for…
Over a billion individuals worldwide are grappling with obesity
Since 1990, obesity has emerged as the predominant form of malnutrition in numerous countries, experiencing a surge across…
Young adults who experience migraines, along with other unconventional risk factors, may face an increased risk of stroke
Adults under the age of 35 to 45 may face a higher risk of stroke from less conventional…
A wake-up call for everyone to establish consistent healthy sleeping patterns
It has been conclusively determined that achieving the recommended nightly 7-9 hours of sleep is beyond the grasp…
Improved mental and physical well-being in the elderly linked to proximity to natural environments
The availability of urban green and blue spaces, even in small increments, might be linked to improved mental…
Mediterranean diet linked to reduced dementia risk
A study suggests that adhering to a diet reminiscent of the traditional Mediterranean style, which includes an abundance…
Isolation heightens the likelihood of declining health among older adults
Researchers from Amsterdam UMC and the University of Glasgow have identified a detrimental impact of loneliness on the…
Don’t treat us as fragile infants’: Can programmes of intergenerational mentorship diminish ageism in medicine?
Ageism presents a significant challenge in healthcare, a concern highlighted by the World Health Organization's Global Report on…
Does attempting to appear younger lessen the amount of ageism faced by older adults?
Each year, countless older individuals in the United States allocate time and resources to presenting a more youthful…