Tag: Aging Population
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Cross-Party Retirement Action for New Zealand Reform Now
A Call for Unified Action on New Zealand’s Retirement System The Retirement Commissioner has issued a clear and urgent plea: stop piecemeal policy changes to New Zealand’s retirement framework and pursue cross‑party action. With more New Zealanders living longer, working in new ways, and facing rising costs across health, housing, and living standards, the time…
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New Zealand Needs Cross-Party Action on Retirement Reform, Urges Retirement Commissioner
Introduction: A Call for Bipartisan Retirement Reform The Retirement Commissioner has urged New Zealand’s politicians to work together across party lines to overhaul the country’s retirement system. The appeal comes amid concerns that piecemeal policy changes have left families unsure about their financial futures and the system less resilient to evolving demographics and work patterns.…
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Urgent Redevelopments Needed for Alfred, Austin and Royal Melbourne Hospitals to Handle Victoria’s Growing Demands
Why the redevelopments are urgent Victoria’s population is expanding rapidly, and with it the demand for high-quality, accessible healthcare. The Alfred Hospital in Melbourne, the Austin Hospital in Heidelberg, and the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) are among the state’s busiest facilities, delivering essential services from emergency care to complex surgeries. But ageing infrastructure, limited bed…
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Urgent Redevelopments Needed for Alfred, Austin and Royal Melbourne Hospitals
Why Victoria Needs Urgent Hospital Redevelopments Victoria faces a demographic shift that is reshaping its healthcare needs. The state’s aging population is driving higher demand for complex care, longer hospital stays, and more specialized treatment. Three of the region’s busiest facilities—the Alfred Hospital, Austin Hospital, and Royal Melbourne Hospital—are grappling with aging infrastructure that struggles…
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How Demographic Shifts in Europe May Accelerate Drug-Resistant Bloodstream Infections
Overview: Demographic Change and Emerging Health Risks Europe’s population is aging, with longer life expectancy but higher prevalence of chronic illnesses. A recent study highlights a troubling link: demographic shifts could fuel a rise in drug-resistant bloodstream infections (DRBI) across the continent. As more people live with multiple chronic conditions, the likelihood of invasive infections…
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Demographic Shifts in Europe Could Drive More Drug-Resistant Bloodstream Infections
Overview: A Changing Landscape for Bloodstream Infections New research highlights a potential shift in the European health landscape: demographic changes are likely to fuel an uptick in drug-resistant bloodstream infections (DRBSIs). As populations age and chronic diseases become more prevalent, the risk profile for serious bloodstream infections evolves. This has important implications for clinicians, laboratories,…
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AI Widening the Philippine Digital Divide: Experts Urge Action at PIDS Forum
AI Risks and Opportunities in the Philippines The Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) and policymakers gathered to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) could reshape the nation’s governance, economy, and everyday life. The 11th Annual Public Policy Conference (APPC), part of Development Policy Research Month, centered on the theme “Reimagining Governance in the Age of…
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AI risks widening the Philippine digital divide: policy actions urged
AI’s double-edged impact on the Philippines Artificial intelligence (AI) holds immense promise for development, but experts warn it could widen the Philippine digital divide unless the government acts decisively. At the Philippine Institute for Development Studies’ (PIDS) 11th Annual Public Policy Conference, a diverse panel emphasized that inclusive reforms are essential as the country navigates…
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AI and the PH Digital Divide: Experts Call for Bold Public Policy
AI and the Philippine Digital Divide: A Wake-Up Call Artificial intelligence (AI) promises unprecedented efficiency and innovation, but experts warn it could widen the Philippines’ digital divide if the government does not act swiftly. At the Philippine Institute for Development Studies’ (PIDS) 11th Annual Public Policy Conference, scholars and policymakers called for inclusive reforms to…
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The Lonely Existence of Anatolij in Moldavia
The Situation in Moldavia Moldavia is experiencing one of the highest rates of emigration in Europe, with over 40% of its population having left in recent decades. The small village of Tricolici, once thriving with life, now stands as a testament to this trend. The story of Anatolij Petrov, the last resident of this village,…