Mar 12, 2020 · The fatality rate for people over 80 from COVID-19 is almost 15% according to data from China. Dr. Kate Tulenko explains why older people are so much more vulnerable, as well as the impact coronavirus is having on health systems across the globe and health workers.

Mar 13, 2020 · The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending that communities create “buddy systems” to make sure vulnerable and hard-to-reach people stay connected, particularly to news about COVID-19. This can be done through your church, social group or daily neighborhood email blasts.

Oct 28, 2020 · The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately affected older people around the world, causing devastating blows to their physical health, their mental health and their livelihoods. The insidious effects of ageism are making these challenges even more difficult to overcome.

Dec 17, 2020 · A man places a sticker outside a pharmacy reading 'COVID-19 rapid test, result in 15 minutes'. Image: REUTERS/Guglielmo Mangiapane Among explanations often put forward are its elderly population; a social structure in which the young often live with the old, exposing them to the virus; an underfunded health system; and a lack of preparedness ...

Mar 16, 2020 · As communities plan for possible Covid-19 infections, they need to consider the risks of older people and people with weakened immune systems due to underlying health conditions. These people are at greater risk for serious infection or even death from Covid-19. We are not sure why Covid-19 infections are worse for older patients.

Aug 3, 2021 · The COVID-19 pandemic has undermined older adults’ mental well-being. The study found a notable increase in loneliness in the US and a decline in general mental well-being in the UK. Virtual interaction including phone calls, texting, online chat and social media was not helpful on its own as an alternative to face-to-face interaction.

Apr 24, 2020 · The COVID-19 pandemic increases the urgency of recognizing and valuing carers and reducing gender bias because it presents enormous and unexpected challenges associated with increased caregiving. For COVID-19 patients and their families, there will be a great need for palliative and end-of-life care, especially in settings where resources are ...

Mar 30, 2021 · Those who have suffered most from COVID-19 should not be burdened further by digital technology. Many elderly people with declining cognitive function need help making appropriate decisions regarding consent and other common technology issues. Even those without cognitive decline may not be up to speed with digital tech, including smartphones.

Oct 1, 2021 · Technological advances are increasingly becoming entrenched in our lifestyles and are accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. This is especially true for older adults, who use digital technology to connect socially, access information instantly and perform everyday tasks. Yet there may still be a learning curve.

Jan 19, 2021 · During 2020, JD saw more elderly consumers start shopping online due to COVID-19; and they’ve kept up the habit since, appreciating the added convenience and plethora of choices. This has led the company to use big data to work on more products designed specifically for elderly consumers.