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Many U.S. seniors are going hungry, study finds
(HealthDay)—Almost 1 in 10 U.S. seniors doesn't have enough food to eat, a new study shows.
Sep 30, 2019
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Pediatrics
Children at risk of sexual exploitation need better support, report concludes
Children who are constantly moved around the social care system are more likely to be vulnerable to sexual exploitation, new research concludes.
Aug 9, 2019
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Tackling the growing problem of loneliness and isolation
A program to address social isolation and reduce burden on the health care system is being trialled in Australia, thanks to a partnership led by The University of Queensland.
Jul 1, 2019
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Health
More years of childhood education may reduce adult heart disease risk
State policies requiring children to attend additional years of school may result in a reduced risk for heart disease and improvements in several cardiovascular risk factors in adulthood, according to a study by researchers ...
Jun 25, 2019
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Health
Death doulas can fill care gaps at the end of life
With continual advances in modern medicine, we're enjoying longer lives. As the population ages, and particularly as many people are living longer with cancers and chronic diseases, end-of-life care is adapting and changing.
Nov 14, 2018
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Health
Chinese oldest-old population is growing but individuals have poorer physical and cognitive function
The number of people living beyond 80 years old - from octogenarians to centenarians - in China is growing but they have poorer physical and cognitive function compared with their counterparts from 10 years ago, according ...
Mar 10, 2017
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Health
The science and practice of people-centerd health systems
A unique collection of studies exploring the theme of the Third Global Symposium on Health Systems Research has been published today in a supplement to Health Policy and Planning.
Oct 1, 2014
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Health
Homeless alcoholics typically began drinking as children
A phenomenological study offers detailed insights into homeless, alcohol-dependent patients often stigmatized by the public and policymakers as drains on the health care system, showing the constellation of reasons they are ...
Jun 27, 2014
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Health
Adult social care 'unfit for purpose' health experts warn
The adult social care system is "fundamentally broken" and "unfit for purpose" health experts warn today, amid calls for a radical shake-up for service provision.
Oct 11, 2013
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Putting the humanity back into healthcare
An innovative study led by The University of Nottingham is to investigate whether arts and humanities can help improve the mental health and well-being of patients and carers alike.
May 8, 2013
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