old people

Why elderly, diabetic are at higher risk of COVID infection

Low levels of microRNA (miRNA) immunity increase the risk of COVID-19 infection in older adults and people with diabetes, according to Nanjing University researchers.

Aug 17, 2021, 13:14 PM IST

Older adults should do this ahead of elective surgeries

New research suggests that older adults should get back on their feet and mobile again as quickly as possible after surgery

Dec 26, 2020, 23:22 PM IST

Good News: The elderly people can also beat coronavirus

According to research, it is not easy for the elderly to beat the corona, but this is also not impossible in India. To know more watch the video

Apr 27, 2020, 21:08 PM IST

Old people suffering from hip fracture may never recover: Study

Around 300,000 older Americans are hospitalized and receive surgery because of hip fractures annually.

Sep 12, 2016, 17:31 PM IST

Want to stay strong even at old age? Exercise regularly

The "secret" to staying strong as we age is superb fitness that can be achieved by regular exercise, suggests new research.

Mar 31, 2016, 12:43 PM IST

Place where elderly are not respected is doomed to suffer: Rajnath Singh

 A place where the elderly are not respected is doomed to suffer and "even God does not forgive" those who mete out harsh treatment to the aged, Home Minister Rajnath Singh said on Sunday as he regretted that old-age homes have to be created in India to rehabilitate the infirm.

Jan 17, 2016, 21:44 PM IST

New app can help oldies live better

A team of researchers has come up a new app that can help oldies live better.

Nov 21, 2015, 12:10 PM IST

Depression gets worse after 65

 Both men and women taking part in the study reported increasingly more depressive symptoms as they aged.

Nov 14, 2015, 12:02 PM IST

Old, disabled retirees should get pension at doorstep: Govt

An online Pension Sanction and Payment Tracking System called 'BHAVISHYA' has been launched.

Jun 13, 2014, 15:59 PM IST