Summaries of the best reports on elderly health published on the net.
BY ANOUSHKA SAXENA Ageism, which is like a silent divider among us, is more than just a concept. It is becoming a social disease. As described in a report by Medical News Today, ageism is the discrimination against individuals based on their age. While it is more commonly associated with older adults, ageism can affect…
By Anoushka Saxena We live in an ever-changing world where interesting developments keep coming into being every next minute. Amidst these rapid changes, one of the most compelling narratives unfolding is the story of ageing. It is a story of resilience, wisdom, and the beauty of a life well-lived. Last year, the United Nations Population…
BY ANOUSHKA SAXENA A rapidly ageing population is casting its shadow over rural India. As per the National Ageing Report, 2023, released by UNFPA, the advancements in healthcare may have improved life expectancy, but they have also brought a different set of challenges for the elderly living in rural areas. A worrying feature is the…
By Aavishi Bhatnagar Falls are one of the major reasons behind deteriorating health among the elderly. But have we ever thought why the mere fear of falls alters the behaviour of the elderly? Let’s delve into the mindset behind a fall. Falling has always been a concern for us from the time we are born….
BY ANOUSHKA SAXENA At the heart of ageing, lies a deep-seated belief being carried on since ages. “Now that you have crossed 60, you must take adequate rest and grab the bed immediately. It is high time that you resign from all your duties.” I have heard my relatives conveying this to the elderly members…
By Sunil Saxena The business of predicting death has found a new merchant: AI. So far, astrologers had a monopoly on death predictions. Armed with astrological charts and planetary positions they made death predictions for all mortals who wanted to know when they will die. Then came the algorithms. In 2006 The Death Clock made…
By Sunil Saxena Do you know which form of abuse the elderly suffer the most or who inflicts it? It is emotional abuse, and is inflicted by the immediate family if the elderly lives at home or by the health caregivers if the elderly lives in an old age home. Unfortunately, such abuse is rarely…
Dementia is an ageing person’s biggest enemy. It strikes quietly, and most of the time family caregivers are not aware of their parents’ decline. They are certainly surprised by the personality change that happens in their elders. But can’t figure out why this is happening. Most hope that the changes are only a passing phase…
By Sunil Saxena If you are asked the question: Do you want to live till 100? Your answer would be an explosive No. And you will not be the only one to say no. Everyone and anyone would respond similarly. The reason is not hard to understand. Ageing inevitably brings misery and sickness, and no…