by Raj Gopal | Jul 8, 2023 | News
“India is projected to have a staggering explosion of about 192 million elderly population by 2030! This underscores the critical need to address the shortage of trained and experienced geriatricians in our country. Presently, higher education for geriatrics is almost...
by Arjun Raghunandan | Jun 15, 2023 | News
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2023 According to the United Nations (UN), there are not only senior citizens who face a high risk of serious sickness but also persons of all ages who endure discrimination, stigmatization, and other human rights violations. Not only...
by Arjun Raghunandan | Jun 15, 2023 | News
Late presentation of congenital heart disease (CHD) is very common in low and middle-income countries due to multiple reasons. “Late” means delayed presentation beyond the appropriate age of intervention or surgical repair as per guidelines. Up to 85% of...
by Arjun Raghunandan | Jun 15, 2023 | News
The World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15 serves as a stark reminder of the pressing issue faced by our elderly population. Elder abuse, in its various forms, poses a significant threat to the well-being and dignity of senior citizens around the world. The World...
by Arjun Raghunandan | Jun 15, 2023 | News
India is one of the worst countries when it comes to dealing with the elderly population. Elderly abuse is a concerning issue in India, despite strict laws against it. A national survey revealed that at least five per cent of India’s elderly population (aged 60...
by Arjun Raghunandan | Jun 14, 2023 | News
According to the WHO, approximately 15.7% of people aged 60 years and older experience some form of elder abuse globally. In India, where the elderly population is expected to reach 300 million by 2050, the problem is particularly acute. The WHO estimates that about 1...
