Protecting elderly health during monsoon: 6 practices for a safe season

September 23, 2024

As the monsoon season arrives, bringing relief from the scorching heat, it also presents unique challenges for senior citizens. The elderly, more susceptible to health risks due to weakened immunity and age-related conditions, require special care during this time. Alongside essential health strategies, it's important to let them enjoy the...

Highlighting the adverse impact of social isolation on elders

August 26, 2024

Loneliness is a critical issue affecting the health and well-being of older adults, despite living in an increasingly connected world. This silent epidemic impacts mental, emotional, and physical health, making it a pressing public health concern that requires immediate attention. Understanding Loneliness and Its Causes Loneliness goes beyond the mere...

Phenomenon of healthy ageing and physiology of ageing

May 17, 2022

Ageing is not a disease but a biological universal phenomenon and is attributed to various factors including disease, environment, genetics, lifestyle, and the natural process itself. Today most people can expect longevity in their 60s and beyond. People worldwide are living longer. WHO states that by 2050, the world’s population...

Elderly are struggling with loneliness and dementia

September 22, 2020

“We can all make a difference in the lives of others in need because it is the most simple of gestures that make the most significant of differences” - Miya Yamanouchi The importance of mental health is highly underrated globally, and India is not far behind. The first director-general of...