Elderly Prison Population Growing
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Elderly Prison Population Growing
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Most Recently Shared on July 21, 2009 at 5:41 pm By:
#TuesdaySTaTisTic: Inmates 50 years and older are the fastest growing portion of the prison population. http://short.to/k97r
Geriatric Emergency Units Opening at U.S. Hospitals - NYTimes.com
nytimes.com — “Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan has joined a number of medical centers around the country in creating a special emergency room for geriatric patients.” View full resource at nytimes.com
Most Recently Shared on April 10, 2012 at 5:55 am By:
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The Elderly Magic of Geriatric E.R.'s. Or How To Care/Cater 4 a Growing Segment of the Population ...NYT: http://t.co/hZh5vbYg
A Look Inside China - In Focus - The Atlantic
theatlantic.com — “As China's population and economy continue to grow, the country is scrambling to solve challenges in housing, elder care, cultural and political institutions, the environment, and other areas of everyday life” View full resource at theatlantic.com
Most Recently Shared on March 28, 2012 at 12:20 am By:
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A Look Inside China - Thorough & Vivid #Photoessay http://t.co/bKevMRbu @Atlantic
Robots coming to aid of growing elderly population in Japan - NY Daily News
nydailynews.com — “In Japan, the "Hospi-Rimo," which joins the automated hair-washing robot and the "RoboticBed," all of which are designed to improve the quality of elderly people's lives.” View full resource at nydailynews.com
Most Recently Shared on March 19, 2012 at 3:52 pm By:
The next step in elder care is ... robots? http://t.co/KFdOXaXP
Learning to restore balance - Health & wellness - The Boston Globe
bostonglobe.com — “At any given time, an estimated 6.2 million Americans report a chronic problem of balance, dizziness or both, according to federal data. The problem tends to increase with age, and with the aging population, specialists say the ranks of the unsteady are sure to grow. The looming numbers of balance-challenged elders have inspired researchers in Massachusetts and in Oregon to develop two different styles of belts that will either buzz or beep and alert the wearer that he or she is tilting to one s” View full resource at bostonglobe.com
Most Recently Shared on January 16, 2012 at 1:31 pm By:
Learning to restore balance http://t.co/Ew0uYKCC via @BostonGlobe Read what our docs & researchers are doing to keep people upright.
CertifiedCare Strives To Meet High Demands For Personal Care Aides As Elderly Population Faces Explosive Growth - Yahoo! News
news.yahoo.com — “From Yahoo! News: CertifiedCare Offers Caregiver Education and Training to Make Elder Caregiving Safer for Caregivers and the Elderly PopulationCleveland, Ohio (PRWEB) January 12, 2012 The desire to “age in place” is a growing trend among the elderly and Baby Boomer generation. Services that used to be solely offered in hospitals are becoming more readily available in the private home, making this possible. With the “age in place” trend paving the way for an emerging professional field called Pe” View full resource at news.yahoo.com
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CertifiedCare Responds to Emerging Trends Pointing Toward a Demand for Competent Certified Caregivers - Yahoo! News
news.yahoo.com — “From Yahoo! News: CertifiedCare Offers Caregiver Education and Training to Make Elder Caregiving Safer for Caregivers and the Elderly PopulationCleveland, Ohio (PRWEB) January 05, 2012 The fastest growing segment of our population is the 85 and older group. By 2030 the number of people aged 65+ is expected to rise by 101% bringing their numbers to 72.1 million. In contrast, the number of family members available to provide care for this large population is expected to increase by only 25%. Appro” View full resource at news.yahoo.com
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More Americans are in their 90s, Census Bureau data show - latimes.com
latimes.com — “A Census Bureau report finds that more people are living to age 90 and beyond, and they are the fastest-growing segment of the elderly population. The report was sponsored by the National Institute on Aging.” View full resource at latimes.com
Most Recently Shared on November 17, 2011 at 11:16 pm By:
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Is 90 the new 85? More Americans are in their 90s, Census reports http://t.co/Hh8Osxuu
The greying of Canada's prison population - The Globe and Mail
theglobeandmail.com — “Federal penitentiaries are poorly equipped to handle elderly and disabled inmates, watchdog says” View full resource at theglobeandmail.com
Most Recently Shared on November 3, 2011 at 8:15 pm By:
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The greying of Canada's prison population - The Globe and Mail http://t.co/t4gxxVnx
In Nassau, Help for The 'Elder Boom,' And Its Caregivers - Port Washington, NY Patch
portwashington.patch.com — “Support is available for the growing aging population.” View full resource at portwashington.patch.com
Most Recently Shared on October 25, 2011 at 1:00 pm By:
RT @ourelderparents In Nassau, Help for The 'Elder Boom,' And Their #Caregivers: Ask any caregiver tending... http://t.co/uUqbNmer
The Uninsured and Their Health Care Needs: How Have They Changed Since the Recession? - Kaiser Family Foundation
kff.org — “This brief analyzes the uninsured population and how it has changed over the past decade, especially between 2007 and 2010 when the recession caused many with previously stable coverage to become uninsured.” View full resource at kff.org
Most Recently Shared on October 14, 2011 at 3:05 pm By:
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Fastest growing groups among the uninsured are the near-elderly, whites and those with somewhat higher incomes http://t.co/BjPci9KB
Aging prisoner program growing - News - ReviewJournal.com
lvrj.com — “CARSON CITY -- So-called "truth in sentencing" laws have produced a problem lawmakers didn't anticipate when they increased sentences for most serious crimes: a burgeoning population of senior...” View full resource at lvrj.com
Most Recently Shared on October 10, 2011 at 11:49 am By:
Aging Prisoner Program Growing: CARSON CITY - So-called "truth in sentencing" laws have produced a problem lawma... http://t.co/WB6bEbYw
New Robot Boasts The Latest In Sensor Technology, Promises A Brighter Future For Japan's Elderly Population
medicalnewstoday.com — “A new robot using high-precision tactile sensors and flexible motor control technology has taken Japan one step closer to its goal of providing high-quality care for its growing elderly population” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com
Most Recently Shared on August 4, 2011 at 9:30 am By:
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New Robot Boasts The Latest In Sensor Technology, Promises A Brighter Future For Japan's Elderly Population
medicalnewstoday.com — “A new robot using high-precision tactile sensors and flexible motor control technology has taken Japan one step closer to its goal of providing high-quality care for its growing elderly population” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com
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New Robot Boasts The Latest In Sensor Technology, Promises A Brighter Future For Japan's Elderly Population http://mnt.to/3YJr #caregivers
Shoes Play a Major Role in Preventing Falls
tanglewoodfootspecialists.com — “Accidental falls are a leading cause of death in the elderly. Contact Houston Podiatrist Dr. Andrew Schneider for a fall risk analysis. Call 713-785-7881. - 713-785-7881 - 1011 Augusta Drive, Suite 202 Houston, Texas 77057” View full resource at tanglewoodfootspecialists.com
Most Recently Shared on July 22, 2011 at 4:00 am By:
Tanglewood Foot Specialists in 1998.
Dr. Schneider's mission is to solve your foot and ankle pain in the
shortest time possible. He is a consultant for several running and
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Physicians throughout the city rely on his knowledge and skill in the
area of biomechanics and orthotics and regularly send their own patients
to him. He has become a resource for other podiatrists to refer their
more challenging orthotics and brace cases as well. To give back to the
community, he volunteers at the San Jose Clinic, providing foot and
ankle care to those working without access to health care.
Dr. Schneider is a recognized expert in utilizing technology, the
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Dr. Schneider lives in Houston with his wife, Mirit, and their three children, Ariel, Daniella and Jonah." /> Dr. Andrew Schneider Doctor, Podiatrist, and Active Health Library
Australia Veil Law Targets Muslim Women
huffingtonpost.com — “CANBERRA, Australia -- Muslim women would have to remove veils and show their faces to police on request or risk a prison sentence under proposed new laws in Australia's most populous state that have drawn criticism as culturally insensitive. A vigorous debate that the proposal has triggered reflects the cultural clashes being ignited by the growing influx of Muslim immigrants and the unease that visible symbols of Islam are causing in predominantly white Christian Australia since 1973 when ” View full resource at huffingtonpost.com
Most Recently Shared on July 10, 2011 at 2:26 pm By:
Dr. Anthony Blash PharmD, Doctor, and Pharmacist
Controversial Law Would Make Muslim Women Remove Veils http://pulse.me/s/C04T
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