New age, new rules: What is the ideal shower frequency after 65?
The article discusses the ideal shower frequency for seniors over 65 to maintain skin health and hygiene, suggesting 2-3 full showers a week along with quick washes on other days.
Fruit consumed by elderly intubated in ICU in Acre is toxic and hallucinogenic, says biologist
A 69-year-old man is in intensive care after consuming a highly toxic and hallucinogenic fruit with his family in Brazil, leading to severe health complications.
DN Debate. "How will you conjure up 65,600 employees in elderly care?"
An opinion piece discusses the urgent need for 65,600 new employees in Sweden's elderly care sector, highlighting the challenges of recruiting staff amid low wages and increased demand for care services.
From inhalation to 'brigadeiro' with medication: Bauru Zoo shows routine care for elderly animals
The Bauru Zoo in Brazil ensures elderly animal residents receive comprehensive care, involving preventive exams and medication hidden in food for their comfort and well-being.
What is arsenic, the substance used by a secretary to poison a 90-year-old doctor in ES
Arsenic was discovered in Victor Murad, a 90-year-old cardiologist from Vitória, Espírito Santo, who was allegedly poisoned by his former secretary.
After a visit to Rokiškis hospital – a horrifying sight: did the doctors injure the elderly woman?
An alarming incident has surfaced regarding the alleged injuries sustained by an elderly woman at Rokiškis hospital, sparking outrage and calls for accountability.
Member of Parliament Shocked by New Attendo Information - 'The Situation is Catastrophic'
Finnish MP Arja Juvonen has expressed alarm over new information regarding care inadequacies at an elder care facility in Espoo, stressing the need for urgent audits in elderly care.
Member of Parliament Shocked by New Attendo Scandal - "The Situation is Catastrophic"
Member of Parliament Arja Juvonen expressed her shock over the latest Attendo scandal involving neglect at a care facility for the elderly.
IL: Night alerts from elderly care home not heard for over a year – elderly person alerted for help 11 times and died
A new alert system at an elderly care home in Espoo, Finland, failed to notify staff for over a year, resulting in a resident's death after multiple emergency calls went unheard.
Letters to the Editor: Allow only women to provide intimate care for women
A letter to the editor argues that only women should provide intimate personal care to female clients in home care services.
Iltalehti: Elderly night alarms were not heard in Attendo care home in Espoo for over a year
At the Attendo Olarinpuisto care home in Espoo, elderly night-time alarms went unheard for over a year due to insufficient registration of staff in a new alert system.
IL reveals: Shocking information about a controversial nursing home – Elderly night alarms went unheard for over a year
A Finnish nursing home failed to respond to elderly night alarms for over a year due to inadequate registration of a new alarm system by night staff, putting residents' safety at risk.
The number of people with Alzheimer's is increasing. However, the capacity of special care homes is insufficient
The article discusses the growing number of Alzheimer's patients in Czechia and the inadequate capacity of homes specializing in their care.
Tuula Koponen, 83, learned a skill that can save lives – over 1,300 Finns die each year from falls
Tuula Koponen, an 83-year-old woman from Turku, has taken a course to learn how to safely get up from the floor after a fall, as falls are a leading cause of mortality among older adults in Finland.
Woman died at Akademiska Hospital - employee charged
An employee at Akademiska Hospital is charged with causing the death of an elderly patient due to a mishandling of an infusion pump.
Who will suffer the most from the social and health service cuts? The elderly? Wille Rydman answers on HAAPALA-TV at 12
Finnish Minister of Social Affairs and Health Wille Rydman faces scrutiny regarding proposed cuts to social and health services, particularly in light of concerns over elderly care, as opposition parties question his reassurances.
Marcelo, the 'influencer' of a nursing home in Colmenar Viejo, depicts the 'abusive food' received on social media
Marcelo, a resident of a nursing home in Colmenar Viejo, uses social media to showcase the poor quality of food provided to the elderly residents, sparking concern from local authorities and unions.
Telangana: Salary Cuts for Those Not Caring for Elderly Parents, CM Announces
The Telangana government plans to introduce a law that will cut the salaries of government employees who do not care for their elderly parents.
Clever Tartu: Geriatrics helped a man get back on track, but Estonian medicine does not yet support this story
A 72-year-old man, Alar Ehala, credited geriatric day therapy with helping him recover from debilitating pain, highlighting the potential benefits of interdisciplinary medical care, despite a lack of official support in Estonia.
Revisable permanent prison sentence for the caregiver who strangled an elderly man outside the hospital, hid his body in a barrel with lime, and stole 64,500 euros
A caregiver in Madrid has been sentenced to a revisable permanent prison term for the murder of an elderly man he was supposed to care for, alongside charges of theft.
Families on Elder Care / Four Stories of People Facing the Dilemma of Caring for Their Loved Ones. They Deal with Guilt and Lack of Help
This article shares four personal stories of families in Slovakia grappling with the challenges of caring for elderly relatives, highlighting issues of inadequate services, ethical dilemmas, and the emotional toll on caregivers.
Aging Society: Demographic Change Forces Freising to Act
Freising is implementing measures to address the increasing population of elderly residents, particularly those over 80, by introducing a pilot transitional care program.
Elderly person who called for help 11 times died – IL's information: Nursing home director out
A nursing home director has been removed from their position following the death of an elderly resident who attempted to call for help 11 times.
Elderly person called for help 11 times in vain – These are the crimes the police are investigating
Authorities are investigating the case of an elderly person's death in a care home in Espoo, Finland, where the individual attempted to summon help 11 times without success.
Police suspect crime in the case of an elderly person who died in a care home in Espoo
West Uusimaa police are investigating the suspicious death of an elderly resident at a care home in Espoo, suspecting potential criminal involvement.
An 87-Year-Old Mother Was Charged Monthly for a New Shampoo - The Silent Methods to Save on Care Fees
The article discusses how elderly individuals can manage and potentially reduce care costs, highlighting strategies to save on expenses associated with assisted living.
Letter to the Editor: Remove the upper age limit for breast screening
A retired individual argues for the immediate abolition of the Swedish health authority's age limit for breast cancer screening, citing the unnecessary deaths of the elderly during the pandemic.
Survey by Maaseudun Tulevaisuus: Majority do not trust the safety of elderly care
A majority of Finns express a lack of trust in the safety of elderly care according to a recent survey by Maaseudun Tulevaisuus.
Doctors and nurses investigated for the death of a retired teacher in a hospital in Acre
An investigation into medical negligence has been initiated concerning the death of 84-year-old retired teacher Nadir Nazaré Gomes de Souza after poor sodium management in a hospital in Rio Branco, Brazil.
Purple February: Elderly Home in Sorocaba Offers Activities and Awareness about Alzheimer's
An elderly home in Sorocaba, Brazil, engages residents in activities aimed at stimulating cognitive functions in light of Alzheimer’s awareness.
‘Filial Insurance’ that lowers the threshold with easy screening, be sure to check your parents' medical history before enrolling
The rising popularity of 'filial insurance' highlights the increased accessibility for elderly clients to manage the healthcare risks of their parents, especially with easy screening options.
Skeleton found in bed: Portuguese woman was likely dead in her apartment for two years
A 73-year-old woman from Porto, Portugal, was found dead in her apartment where she had presumably been lying for two years, unnoticed by neighbors who thought she had moved to a care home.
‘Stuff of nightmares’: calls for help surge by 50% after Australia launches aged-assistance tool
Requests for aged care assistance in Australia have surged by 50% following the introduction of a controversial assessment tool, raising significant concerns among elderly advocates.
Elderly Care: What It Means to Be There for Others for a Lifetime
Monika Huss reflects on her 50-year career in elderly care, highlighting the emotional connections and challenges faced throughout her tenure.
Intent to Kill Her Husband After 50 Years Together: 'If He's Gone, It Would Be Better'
A 71-year-old woman is accused of killing her husband of nearly 50 years, fueled by the strains of elderly care and personal crises, culminating in an act of desperation amid his pleas for mercy.
A fire breaks out in an elderly residence in Badajoz, resulting in around 50 people being treated
A fire at the La Granadilla elderly residence in Badajoz has led to the evacuation and treatment of around 50 individuals, including residents and police officers.
Vegetarian care home resident 'served meat and lived on dry cheese sandwiches'
A family alleges that a vegetarian resident at Howard House Care Home was provided with meat instead of appropriate vegetarian meals, resulting in her surviving on only cheese sandwiches.
The 'Grandmother' Who Used to Care for Jahnavi Kapoor is Now Surviving in an Old Age Home
A former caregiver of Bollywood actress Sridevi, Shobha Ramchandra Thakur, is now living in an old age home after facing personal tragedies and financial struggles in her later years.
Family care for the elderly has increased, but the use of family caregivers remains marginal
Family care for the elderly in Finland is on the rise, though the use of family caregivers is still limited according to a report from the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare.
Residents of Liepāja help look for missing senior
Residents of Liepāja come together to search for a missing elderly woman who has been unaccounted for due to memory issues.
Surprise Inspections of Elderly Care Homes to Begin – Reason: Unclear Death Cases
Unannounced inspections of elderly care facilities in Finland will increase due to unusual death cases reported this winter, according to the National Supervisory Authority for Welfare and Health (LVV).
Seniors in Social Care Facilities / Why Families Place Them There and How the Process Works? There Are More Applicants Than Available Spots
The article discusses the increasing number of seniors being placed in social care facilities due to health complications and the challenges families face in providing care at home.
Elderly Person Went Missing from Care Home - Died
Police are investigating the death of an elderly man who went missing from a care home in Kalajoki, Finland.
Elderly Person Frozen to Death in Kalajoki – Police: Here’s How the Sad Events Unfolded
An elderly resident of a care facility in Kalajoki, Finland, died from hypothermia after going missing for several hours in January.
The emergency department must not be a "swamp of infections and danger"
Emergency doctors protest against the skewed allocation of workload between the emergency department and hospital wards at Landspítali, calling for better protection of emergency services.
Care Companies on Elderly Care: Too Much Work Time Spent on Documentation
The welfare sector in Finland is facing challenges in elderly care, as caregivers report increased hazards and excessive time spent on documentation, prompting calls for better allocation of resources.
Long Wait for Elderly Care
Thousands of elderly people in Sweden are facing wait times of over three months for social services assistance, raising concerns about their physical and mental wellbeing.
He lost his savings due to his wife's cancer and at 76 he drives an Uber to survive
Jeff Mason, 76, drives for Uber in New Jersey to make ends meet after losing his savings due to his wife's cancer treatment costs before pre-existing conditions were protected under the Affordable Care Act.
Psychologist Caring for a 90-Year-Old Mother / I Didn't Want What Happened to My Father in the Facility to Happen to My Mother, but I Understand Those Who Can't Manage at Home
This article features psychologist Mária Kopčíková discussing the challenges of caring for elderly parents at home and the lack of support provided to caregivers.
Working and caring for your elderly parents in the U.S.: the paid leave that can change your situation
More companies in the U.S. are adopting paid leave policies for employees who care for elderly family members, reflecting a growing recognition of the needs of caregivers.