Tag: elder care
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Kinesiophobia in Aging Adults: How Fear of Movement Reduces Activity and Diminishes Quality of Life
Understanding kinesiophobia in later life Kinesiophobia—the fear of movement due to anticipated pain or injury—has emerged as a meaningful barrier to healthy aging. While pain is a common companion of aging, the arms race between body and mind occurs when fear exaggerates potential harm from everyday activities. Recent research has begun to shine a light…
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Elder Financial Abuse in Singapore: Breaking the Silence
Breaking the Silence on Elder Financial Abuse Elder financial abuse thrives in the shadows, often fueled by a silence that isolates seniors from help. In Singapore, the problem is exacerbated by a rapidly aging population and the emotional ties that can bind a vulnerable elder to a family member. The risk is not only financial…
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Manila Medical Mission for Seniors During Elderly Filipino Week
Manila hosts medical and dental mission for seniors during Elderly Filipino Week The city government of Manila, through the Manila Health Department (MHD) and the Office for Senior Citizens’ Affairs (OSCA), conducted a focused medical and dental mission for senior citizens in observance of Elderly Filipino Week (EFW) on Tuesday, October 7. The event is…
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Manila Holds Medical and Dental Mission for Seniors During Elderly Filipino Week
Manila Supports Seniors with Free Health Services The city government of Manila, through the Manila Health Department (MHD) and the Office for Senior Citizens’ Affairs (OSCA), conducted a comprehensive medical and dental mission for senior citizens in observance of Elderly Filipino Week (EFW) on Tuesday, October 7. The event took place at the Don Bosco…
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Fire in a Bergen block in Fyllingsdalen: One rescued as fire is extinguished
Incident overview A residential fire broke out in a block in Fyllingsdalen, a district of Bergen, Norway, prompting a rapid emergency response from the city’s fire and police services. Initial reports came in at 20:51 when several fire alarms activated and authorities were alerted to smoke inside the building. By 21:11, the fire had been…
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Three Nuns Escape Retirement Home to Return to Convent
The Heartwarming Story of Three Nuns in Austria In a touching turn of events that transcends borders, three nuns—Sisters Rita, Regina, and Bernadette—have escaped their retirement home to return to the convent where they spent most of their lives. The story has captured hearts and spurred extensive media coverage across Austria, highlighting both the sisters’…
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Defiant Nuns Escape Care Home to Return to Abandoned Convent
Introduction In a remarkable act of independence and defiance, three elderly nuns from Austria have made headlines by fleeing their retirement home to return to their long-abandoned convent nestled in the scenic Alps. This heartwarming story not only highlights their resilience but also raises questions about the treatment and dignity of elderly individuals in care…
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Significant Decrease in Nursing Home Waiting Lists
Nursing Home Waiting Lists: A Surprising Decline Recent reports indicate a substantial decrease in nursing home waiting lists across the country. This news has been met with mixed reactions, especially from health economists like those at the Vrije Universiteit. While the reduction is positive, experts urge caution in interpreting these statistics. Understanding the Decline According…