Our societies have reached their tipping point. Demographic change, growing inequalities, the climate crisis, COVID-19, and the impacts of the war in Ukraine are all having a negative impact on …
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Oral health and public health: the effects and costs of Periodontitis
Periodontitis, a gum condition related to plaque, is one of the world’s most prevalent health conditions – although lower income groups suffer the most. It affects the whole body, and …
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Keeping our ageing population active – the role of healthcare professionals
The population is ageing, and while being physically active keeps us healthy, our level of activity typically declines as we age. Physical activity is identified as a ‘best buy’ for …
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Supporting older people in remote areas in a post COVID-19 time
During the pandemic, access to healthcare has been limited and we have been forced to become more isolated. Under these conditions, how can we help older people to live independent …
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Using mHealth to empower patients to take control of their diabetes
A pilot study has taken place to examine how mHealth can empower people to adhere to diet, exercise, and medication plans to manage their disease. Experts from the Bulgarian National …
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Good health now, but problems in store for the future? How the accumulation of health and social issues will affect the future health of vulnerable groups.
The general state of public health in the Netherlands appears to be good. The average lifespan is increasing steadily, and most people feel healthy and not restricted by activity limitations. …
How to transfer good practices in integrated care internationally: From self-assessment to knowledge transfer and improvement in care
The challenge of an ageing population is faced by many regions and countries in Europe, and integrated care is a recognised solution to it. Increasing the readiness and capacity of …
Tackling undernutrition with a new food and nutrition label for care- and nursing homes
In Belgium, 14% of residents aged 70 years and older in care- and nursing homes are in a state of undernutrition, while a further 49% are at risk[1]. In Wallonia, …
Comment un nouveau label nutritionnel pour les maisons de repos et de soins commence à faire partie de la lutte contre la dénutrition
En Belgique, 14% de résidents de 70 ans et plus en maisons de repos et maisons de repos et de soins sont en état de dénutrition et 49% sont à …
ProMIS: driving health promotion in Italy.
ProMIS, established in 2015 is helping Italian regions and actors to collaborate. It provides support in accessing European funds, promotes international research in public health, and facilitates the sharing of …
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Senior volunteering – Social inclusion of older people through volunteering
Older people have the knowledge, skills, and experience to make a valuable contribution to the society. Three cities have been developing new ways to promote and develop volunteering opportunities for …
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How Slovenia advanced active and healthy ageing via EU processes and funding
By Ingrid Stegeman Slovenia has one of the highest life-expectancies in the EU. The population is ageing at a rapid rate: In 1995, 12.5% of the population was older than …
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IROHLA – From policy to action – make health literacy happen
The IROHLA project (Intervention Research into Health Literacy of the Ageing population) has produced policy recommendations on how to improve health literacy across Europe. The recommendations and the policy brief …
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Irohla – Sustainable Health Systems through – evidence-based Guidelines on Improving Health Literacy
Health literacy is a crucial asset for empowering people, enabling decision-making for maintaining health or regaining it. It improves communication between patients and health professionals and enhances management of one’s …