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17 hours ago

Elderly people hospitalised due to heatwave in northern Sweden

A prolonged heatwave across northern Sweden has significantly worsened the health of elderly patients with chronic conditions, resulting in increased hospital admissions and dehydration issues.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Elderly British couple face dying in Afghanistan detention, UN experts warn

The UN experts stated that it is inhumane to keep Peter and Barbie Reynolds detained in degrading conditions, especially given their fragile health and advanced age.
US politics
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 week ago

Spinal Compression Fractures: Relief & Recovery

"Unlike typical fractures caused by high-impact injuries, compression fractures are often the result of weakened bones from osteoporosis or spinal degeneration. They can happen suddenly, even from simple actions like coughing, sneezing, or bending forward."
Health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Napping during the day could be early symptom of dementia in elderly women

The new study, published in the journal Neurology, revealed that sleep problems could be an early marker of dementia in elderly women, emphasizing the connection between sleep and cognitive health.
Mental health
Exercise
fromScienceDaily
4 months ago

Exercise reduced falls in elderly women with polypharmacy

Targeted exercise programs can significantly reduce falls among elderly women, particularly those on multiple medications.
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Coronavirus
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

Pope Francis, 88, is in hospital with a 'complex' respiratory infection. Here are the risks for a man of his age who previously had part of a lung removed.

Pope Francis is hospitalized with a polymicrobial respiratory tract infection, facing increased risks due to his age and past lung conditions.
Coronavirus
fromtime.com
4 months ago

What to Know About Pope Francis' Health Conditions

Pope Francis is hospitalized with bronchitis, pneumonia, and other complications, highlighting the vulnerability of older adults to respiratory infections.
Coronavirus
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

Pope Francis, 88, is in hospital with a 'complex' respiratory infection. Here are the risks for a man of his age who previously had part of a lung removed.

Pope Francis is hospitalized with a polymicrobial respiratory tract infection, facing increased risks due to his age and past lung conditions.
Coronavirus
fromtime.com
4 months ago

What to Know About Pope Francis' Health Conditions

Pope Francis is hospitalized with bronchitis, pneumonia, and other complications, highlighting the vulnerability of older adults to respiratory infections.
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