All articles tagged with #older people
The article suggests practical and user-friendly tech gifts for older adults, including smartwatches, digital photo frames, streaming devices, e-readers, wireless earbuds, video doorbells, smart thermostats, tablets, Bluetooth speakers, robot vacuums, kitchen gadgets, and Bluetooth trackers, emphasizing simplicity and usefulness to enhance their quality of life.
A clinical trial published in The BMJ suggests that vitamin D supplements may reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks, in people aged over 60. The trial involved over 21,000 Australians and found that the rate of major cardiovascular events was 9% lower in the group taking vitamin D supplements compared to the placebo group. The researchers note that the absolute risk difference was small, but further evaluation is needed, particularly in individuals taking statins or other cardiovascular disease drugs.
Researchers developed a virtual village to combat heightened isolation among older people living with HIV (OPLH) during the COVID-19 pandemic. This online environment provides access to health, community, and personal resources for OPLH aged 50 and above. The platform enables the creation of support groups to alleviate social isolation’s negative effects. Initial findings suggest that such a virtual village can significantly connect this vulnerable group to services and each other, providing a model for future research.