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japantimes.co.jpJapan Reports Rise in Dementia-Related Disappearances
The number of people with dementia reported missing in Japan nearly doubled from 2012 to 2024. Families and local governments are expanding search efforts and support networks as cases continue.
naturalnews.comReview Finds Calcium and Vitamin D Supplements Do Not Reduce Fracture Risk in Older Adults
A new analysis of 69 clinical trials found that calcium and vitamin D supplements showed little to no effect on preventing fractures or falls in older people. Researchers recommend weight-bearing exercise and individualized fall-prevention advice instead.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSouth Korea Adopts AI Call Service to Monitor Elderly Residents Living Alone
Cities and counties across South Korea have implemented an artificial intelligence-powered call service to check on thousands of older adults living alone. In one instance, the service detected a medical emergency and alerted a social worker, resulting in prompt medical intervent…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewRegistered Nurse Describes Challenges of Unpaid Family Caregiving for Elderly Parent
A registered nurse with over 30 years of experience recounts leaving her job in New York City to provide full-time unpaid care for her mother following her father's death and her mother's car accident. She highlights the emotional and physical demands of caregiving amid limited i…