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Over 1 Crore Senior Citizens In India May Have Dementia, Claims AI Study
More than 10 million older adults aged 60 or over in India may have dementia, comparable to the prevalence rates for countries such as the US and the UK, according to a first-of-its-kind study.
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Fitness For Seniors: Experts Shares 3 Simple Exercises For Older Adults To Stay Healthy
Nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar demonstrates 3 easy exercises that are perfect for senior citizens to stay fit when at home.
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From April 1, Vaccine For All Those Who're 45 Or Older
People who are 45 and older can be vaccinated from April 1, the government said on Tuesday, ramping up the nationwide inoculation drive at a time Covid cases have surged in many states. "I appeal to every citizen who is 45 or above to register for vaccination," Union Minister Prakash Javadekar said, announcing the cabinet decision to expand the dri...
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International Day Of Older Persons 2020: 10 Facts To Know
International Day For Older Persons: Every year October 1 is observed as International Day for Older Persons. It is a United Nations designated day to focus and raise awareness about the well-being and needs of the elderly people. Senior citizens globally have been the worst-hit by the COVID-19 pandemic as experts have repeatedly said. They are the...
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Father's Day 2020: 10 Ideas For A Fun-Filled Day Indoors, With Your Dad
Father's Day 2020: Going out is not the best idea this year, especially with doctors and experts strictly advising older citizens to stay home. So get creative and plan a Father's Day to remember -- indoors.
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World Senior Citizen's Day: A Look At Its History And Importance
World Senior Citizens' Day is an important moment to remind the government of its commitment to work for welfare of older persons.
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DoT Outlines SIM Re-Verification Process for NRIs, Foreigners
DoT has also detailed the procedure for senior citizens not having Aadhaar, are unable to do biometric authentication, or are physically challenged.
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Free Bus Rides For Senior Citizens In Delhi On October 1
The Delhi government has announced free bus rides for senior citizens on the occasion of the International Day of Older Persons on October 1.
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Alert Senior Citizens: Chronic Pain Linked To Memory Loss
Older adults who are persistently troubled by moderate or severe pain show diminished memory function.
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Abandoned, Exploited, Destitute - How The Elderly Suffer In India
In India, more than half of the population of older persons, particularly in rural areas, continue to suffer from financial problems leading to a miserable situation in old age and about two-third of the older people have to depend on others for their day-to-day maintenance.
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Most Elderly Persons Are Subject To Abuse In Old Age, Reveals Study
A majority of older persons face elder abuse all the time throughout their old age irrespective of their financial or social status, health condition and role in their respective family according to a study.
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Boston Bomber Passed Citizen Test Months Before Deadly Attack
The older of the two brothers behind the deadly 2013 Boston Marathon bombing passed a test to become a U.S. citizen three months before the attack, the Boston Globe reported on Monday, citing federal documents.
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Poor Fitness Levels Hamper Brain Power in Elderly
There is a definite connection between brain activation, cardio-respiratory fitness and executive function (which helps with reasoning and problem solving) in older adults, new research shows.
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Supreme Court Asks Centre to Update National Policy on Older Persons
The Supreme Court today asked the Centre to update its national policy that envisages state support to ensure financial and food security, health care, shelter and other needs of older persons across the country.
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Japan's Centenarian Population Swells
The number of people aged 100 or older in rapidly greying Japan has hit a record high for the 44th straight year, the government said on Friday.
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Over 1 Crore Senior Citizens In India May Have Dementia, Claims AI Study
More than 10 million older adults aged 60 or over in India may have dementia, comparable to the prevalence rates for countries such as the US and the UK, according to a first-of-its-kind study.
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Fitness For Seniors: Experts Shares 3 Simple Exercises For Older Adults To Stay Healthy
Nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar demonstrates 3 easy exercises that are perfect for senior citizens to stay fit when at home.
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From April 1, Vaccine For All Those Who're 45 Or Older
People who are 45 and older can be vaccinated from April 1, the government said on Tuesday, ramping up the nationwide inoculation drive at a time Covid cases have surged in many states. "I appeal to every citizen who is 45 or above to register for vaccination," Union Minister Prakash Javadekar said, announcing the cabinet decision to expand the dri...
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International Day Of Older Persons 2020: 10 Facts To Know
International Day For Older Persons: Every year October 1 is observed as International Day for Older Persons. It is a United Nations designated day to focus and raise awareness about the well-being and needs of the elderly people. Senior citizens globally have been the worst-hit by the COVID-19 pandemic as experts have repeatedly said. They are the...
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Father's Day 2020: 10 Ideas For A Fun-Filled Day Indoors, With Your Dad
Father's Day 2020: Going out is not the best idea this year, especially with doctors and experts strictly advising older citizens to stay home. So get creative and plan a Father's Day to remember -- indoors.
-
World Senior Citizen's Day: A Look At Its History And Importance
World Senior Citizens' Day is an important moment to remind the government of its commitment to work for welfare of older persons.
-
DoT Outlines SIM Re-Verification Process for NRIs, Foreigners
DoT has also detailed the procedure for senior citizens not having Aadhaar, are unable to do biometric authentication, or are physically challenged.
-
Free Bus Rides For Senior Citizens In Delhi On October 1
The Delhi government has announced free bus rides for senior citizens on the occasion of the International Day of Older Persons on October 1.
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Alert Senior Citizens: Chronic Pain Linked To Memory Loss
Older adults who are persistently troubled by moderate or severe pain show diminished memory function.
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Abandoned, Exploited, Destitute - How The Elderly Suffer In India
In India, more than half of the population of older persons, particularly in rural areas, continue to suffer from financial problems leading to a miserable situation in old age and about two-third of the older people have to depend on others for their day-to-day maintenance.
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Most Elderly Persons Are Subject To Abuse In Old Age, Reveals Study
A majority of older persons face elder abuse all the time throughout their old age irrespective of their financial or social status, health condition and role in their respective family according to a study.
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Boston Bomber Passed Citizen Test Months Before Deadly Attack
The older of the two brothers behind the deadly 2013 Boston Marathon bombing passed a test to become a U.S. citizen three months before the attack, the Boston Globe reported on Monday, citing federal documents.
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Poor Fitness Levels Hamper Brain Power in Elderly
There is a definite connection between brain activation, cardio-respiratory fitness and executive function (which helps with reasoning and problem solving) in older adults, new research shows.
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Supreme Court Asks Centre to Update National Policy on Older Persons
The Supreme Court today asked the Centre to update its national policy that envisages state support to ensure financial and food security, health care, shelter and other needs of older persons across the country.
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Japan's Centenarian Population Swells
The number of people aged 100 or older in rapidly greying Japan has hit a record high for the 44th straight year, the government said on Friday.
