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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

New drug against HIV may revolutionize treatment in the elderly

A new daily single-dose pill for HIV treatment, BIC/LEN, has shown promise in clinical trials, simplifying the lives of long-term HIV patients.

Feb 28 • 16:58 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 • 12:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New HIV drug could revolutionize treatment for the elderly

A new once-daily HIV drug could simplify treatment for elderly patients who have been managing the virus for decades.

Feb 27 • 07:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Elderly and people with fibromyalgia will have access to the digital wallet in Gov.pi Citizen

The Piauí Government has launched digital identification services for elderly individuals and fibromyalgia patients through the Gov.pi Citizen app to improve access and convenience.

Feb 25 • 19:32 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

They promise a miraculously easy examination for 1300 crowns. A doctor described patients' experiences

A new internet product claiming to measure blood sugar painlessly has been revealed as a scam, as it delivers a basic pulse oximeter instead of a glucose meter.

Feb 25 • 13:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Serious risk revealed - Can even lead to death

A new U.S. study indicates that traumatic brain injuries can significantly increase the risk of dementia and mortality in elderly patients.

Feb 23 • 15:39 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Terrible end for patients at Landspítalinn

Family members of elderly patients express their struggles in securing appropriate nursing care at Landspítalinn, culminating in tragic outcomes for some.

Feb 17 • 18:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Itaperuna UPA is reported for offering inadequate structure to patients

The Itaperuna Emergency Care Unit is facing accusations of providing inadequate conditions for patients, particularly the elderly, waiting for hospital transfers or continued treatment.

Feb 14 • 17:59 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Elderly moved from Landspítali to Suðurnes

Elderly patients have been transferred from Landspítali to healthcare facilities in the Suðurnes region.

Feb 14 • 07:37 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

How to Make Apple Watch Heart Rate Readings More Accurate?

Apple Watch heart rate sensors have increased accuracy to 98%, comparable to specialized medical devices, benefiting heart patients and athletes in monitoring their heart rates.

Feb 11 • 07:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Ambulances equipped with additional tools are beginning to circulate in areas of North Ostrobothnia where emergency services have been reduced

North Ostrobothnia aims to cut unnecessary emergency visits for the elderly and chronic patients by equipping ambulances with tools for home laboratory tests.

Feb 10 • 12:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

A&Es in England to change how they operate - everything you need to know

The NHS in England is implementing changes in A&E operations to reduce overcrowding and improve care for elderly patients who often wait for extended periods.

Feb 10 • 11:03 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The population is aging, but the nursing unit is being closed: the argument is that such services are needed less and less

A nursing and palliative care unit in Vievyje, Lithuania, is being closed due to a decrease in patient numbers and funding, leading to job losses for its staff and relocation of patients.

Feb 10 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Discharge with many medications: a prescription that may compromise recovery

A new study suggests that elderly patients discharged from the hospital on six or more medications are less likely to regain functional independence during rehabilitation.

Feb 10 • 06:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Doctor: Patients Often Seek Hospital Help Too Late for Frostbite

Health officials in Latvia report that patients regularly arrive at hospitals with frostbite due to delayed responses after falls, particularly among seniors.

Feb 9 • 10:52 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Doctor: Patients with frostbite often arrive at the hospital too late

Emergency medical services in Latvia report that patients with frostbite, particularly seniors, frequently seek help too late due to a lack of immediate care.

Feb 9 • 10:52 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Asks whether elderly people should be forced into the homes of the citizens

The president of the Icelandic Medical Association expresses serious concerns about the healthcare situation, particularly regarding the handling of elderly patients in hospitals.

Feb 7 • 10:40 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
Life & Tech

Provide nursing homes with consultation weekly regarding drinking among the elderly

A significant increase in alcohol-related emergency visits and admissions has prompted nursing home staff to seek weekly consultations for elderly patients struggling with alcohol issues.

Jan 19 • 22:01 UTC

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