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Showing 1 to 20 of 200 for “"Aging population"”.
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Effects of Aquatic Exercise on Executive Function in the Aging Population
… a 10-week aquatic exercise intervention is encouraging. Additionally, with the allowance of active participation in exercise via the aquatic medium, participants' accessibility to exercise was promoted while the perceived improvements in physical ability endorsed a behavior change towards improved …
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ETHNO-RACIAL DISPARITIES IN HEALTH OUTCOMES: EVIDENCE FROM THE AGING POPULATION
… and ethnic disparities in health outcomes of the aging population, with focus on improving functional health, health status and quality of life at both individual and community levels. Chapter 2 examines racial and ethnic disparities in willingness to pay (WTP) for improved health among an aging …
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Family caregiving and our aging population: caring for the family caregivers
Submission published under a 24 month embargo labeled 'U of I Access', the embargo will last until 2027-05-01
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Development of Finite Element Models of the Aging Population using Model Morphing Techniques
… adults aged 65 years and older are a vulnerable population with a greater risk of injury and injury-related deaths due to morphological and physiological changes with age. The elderly population constitutes more than 13% of the total population and with increases in life expectancy, the elderly …
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The Impact of Oral Health on Quality of Life in the Aging Population
… health care teams to meet the future needs of aging adults.</p>
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The service industry and the aging population: marketing opportunities in a dynamic environment
… services are inadequate for the needs of an aging population. In order to suggest new services to deal with the care of the elderly, this report examined four areas: the demographic characteristics of our aging society, the nature of services in general, services provided to the elderly …
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Human-Centered System Design for an Aging Population: An Experimental Study of Footwear Design
Population projections indicate that by 2050, people aged 65+ will account for 25% of the population in Europe and Northern America, and the number of people aged 80+ will triple to 426 million. With technological and biomedical advances, people now expect to live not only longer, but also better, …
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Implications of Vestibular Dysfunction Among the Aging Population: A Pocket Guide for Health Care Professionals
<p>The goal of this health information booklet is to provide healthcare professionals with the appropriate tools and information required to ensure all patients with a vestibular impairment are cared for and treated appropriately. The following guide includes overview of the vestibular system, …
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Efficacy, national/international practices and motivational factors of lifelong driver education for the aging population
In a society facing a significant increase in its aging population, older driver education/training is emerging as a potential solution to help seniors drive more safely, thus maintaining their mobility and quality of life. Nonetheless, sufficient evidence has not emerged directly linking such …
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Prioritizing Sidewalk Accessibility Improvements for the Aging Population and Individuals with Disabilities: A Case Study of Bandung, Indonesia
… individuals without physical impairments. As the population of older adults in Indonesia continues to grow, the risk of disability within this demographic will increase, contributing to the overall number of individuals with disabilities. In Bandung City, there is a rising awareness across various …
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Redefining and Reclassifying Acute Traumatic Cervical Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury with Special Reference to Central Cord Syndrome: Implications for an Aging Population
In the face of the global aging population and the shifting epidemiology of acute spinal cord injury (SCI), there is a critical need to revisit the definition and clinical management of central cord syndrome (CCS). This dissertation investigated the hypothesis that the neurological outcomes of …
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The Role of Digital Technology in the Self- Management of Type 2 Diabetes Among the Aging Population, in the United Kingdom. A Systematic Literature Review.
… (T2DM) being the most prevalent form. The aging population is at an increased risk of developing T2DM due to physiological changes and lifestyle factors. Effective self-management of diabetes is crucial for maintaining glycaemic control and preventing complications. In recent years, digital …
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Demographic Changes and Regional Economy: Simulation Results From the Chicago CGE Model
… this study quantifies the effect of an aging population and retirement migration focusing on Chicago regional economy in terms of its impact on economic growth, income (asset) distribution, and welfare. For this purpose, this paper uses a two-region computable general equilibrium (CGE) …
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Japan's Employment 'Catch-22': The Impact of Working Conditions for Women in Japan on Japan's Demographic Population Crisis
<p>This thesis examines Japan’s aging population crisis and gender inequalities in the workplace. This topic presents an interesting and challenging phenomenon for Japan, as Japan’s economy and technology have developed more rapidly than almost any other country, establishing Japan as one of the …
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Building a national technology and innovation infrastructure for an aging society
… innovation and implementation in sustaining an aging society, and examines the need for a comprehensive national technology and innovation infrastructure in the U.S., capable of supporting the development and use of technologies by the aging population and their caregivers. The pervasiveness of …
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Adaptive Reuse for Aging Populations in Shrinking Cities
… the challenge of supporting a rapidly growing aging population. In addition to this, many cities are simultaneously experiencing population loss, which can negatively impact the economy and result in rapidly increasing vacancy rates. As populations continue to both shrink and age, urban …
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Factors Contributing To Registered Nurse Job Satisfaction In the Nursing Home
<p>Over the next several years the aging population will increase the number of patients suffering from chronic illness. A sicker aging population, coupled with changes in healthcare reimbursement will require nursing homes to admit sicker patients for shorter lengths of stays. To meet the needs of …
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Planning for a multi-generational future : policies, regulations, and designs for multi-generational housing in the United States
… the Boomerang generation, Baby Boomers and the aging population, and immigrant families. Cultural preferences, socio-economic factors, and the increasing availability of kin all contribute to people's decisions to live in multi-generational housing arrangements. However, the current housing …
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Medication Access Using An Evidence-Based Adaptive Transitional Care Guidance Tool For Planned Release Of Older Inmates
<p>The aging population is growing faster in the correctional system than in the overall U.S. population. Yet, an effective geriatric transitional care process is not available for older persons released from jail. This article documents the development and results of an evidence-based, adaptive …
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