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Falls rehab class

The NHS needs radical change to adapt to our ageing society

To turn the NHS from a ‘national illness service’ that simply reacts to diseases into one that actively improves population health, we need a focus on four key areas.

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A week in Egypt with my grandma – part 2/2

Life in a hospital might seem monotonous or repetitive but it gives many people hope that things will improve, even if it takes patience and hard work.

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The 100 Year Life – A family carer’s perspective

Dame Philippa Russell, Vice-President of Carers UK, calls for ambition when aiming to achieve a happier and healthier 100 Year Life.

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Older people in a falls prevention class

Ideas for the NHS long-term plan

NHS England should be making bold commitments to healthy ageing in its long-term plan. Ageing Better suggests ideas for actions it could take and some areas for action with others.

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London is joining the WHO Global Network of Age-Friendly Cities

London is set to join the World Health Organisation’s Global Network of Age-friendly Cities and Communities.

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The 100-year life: the role of housing, planning and design

One in three children born in the UK today can expect to live to 100 – presenting challenges and opportunities to innovate.

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A week in Egypt with my grandma – part 1/2

In any family, the process of deciding whether an older relative is able to continue living on their own can be difficult and heart-breaking.

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Mind the digital gap

How do we tackle digital exclusion in later life? We held a debate to discuss how society should respond to the issue of digital exclusion in later life, now and in the future.

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Latest research from others

Hall, A., et al., Ageing & Society
This UK study examines support for older people with cognitive decline in managing money.
Ayalon, L., The Gerontologist
This study examines ageism among older adults aged 60+.
Meehan, D. E., et al., Frontiers in Public Health
This Australian study examines the relationship between loneliness, social isolation and community interventions.

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