Podiatry in the geriatric setting responds to a need. The elderly are a population group with a high prevalence of foot-related disorders. Periodic reviews by a podiatrist are essential to improve the quality of life of our residents. From the advice on choosing the right footwear for each situation, to the treatment of ulcers, to
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In the United States, one sixth of Americans over 65 have visual impairments that cannot be corrected with glasses or contact lenses. This is usually the result of common eye conditions and diseases. Among older Americans, visual impairment is one of the most significant factors in loss of independence; it is also associated with a
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Building a fairer, healthier world On World Health Day, 7 April 2021, we will be inviting you to join a new campaign to build a fairer, healthier world. We’ll be posting more details here shortly, but here’s why we’re doing this: Our world is an unequal one. As COVID-19 has highlighted, some people are able
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