background: previous studies on the relationship between sleep patterns and obesity in the elderly are limited and have conflicting results. moreover, few studies have measured sleep patterns objectively. in this study, we investigated objective sleep patterns and their relationship with obesity in the elderly in tehran, iran. methods: in this cross-sectional study, 88 elderly (≥60 years old) w...

Introduction: The global population is undergoing a significant demographic shift, with rapidly increasing number of elderly population. As people age, their health and quality life become increasingly important considerations. has unique needs that must be addressed to ensure well-being maximize life. In Bhutan, are lacking despite information on policy planning. This study was proposed assess...

BACKGROUND Ageing population trends create a strong imperative for healthcare systems to develop models of care that reduce dependence on hospital services. People living in residential aged care facilities (RACFs) currently have high rates of presentation to emergency departments. The care provided in these environments may not optimally satisfy the needs of frail older persons from RACFs. O...

In June 2007 there were 210 people under 50 years of age living in residential aged care in Victoria, Australia, most of whom had acquired brain injuries. There are an average of 21 deaths per year in this group yet very little is known about the causes of such deaths. While the Coroners Act 2008 (Vic) requires mandatory reporting of "unexpected" and "accidental" deaths, anecdotal evidence and ...