Frailty intervention in rural Korea: 6.5 months longer survival and $7,688 cost savings

A 24-week multicomponent frailty intervention in rural Korea for vulnerable older adults led to 6.5 months longer survival free from death or long-term care eligibility and reduced health care costs by $7,688 per person over 66 months. https://ja.ma/499htQV

The impact of #hereditary #angioedema on pediatric patients and their caregivers goes beyond the disease itself and can take a toll on #mental #health, according to study findings. https://lnkd.in/dvs98smS

The new Aged Care Act and Support at Home program have now started. These once-in-a-generation reforms will reshape our sector for the better and put older people at the centre of aged care. It includes: ✅ stronger rights for older people ✅ support to help people stay in their own home longer ✅ a new complaints framework with independent oversight ✅ a new regulatory model and strengthened Quality Standards for providers. Today’s changes reflect years of collaboration across the sector to deliver aged care that older people can rely on, both now and into the future. For more information, see the comments below. 👇

🌏 The Impact of #Pneumonia in Asia 🫁 Pneumonia remains one of the leading preventable causes of death in Asia, disproportionately affecting children under 5 and older adults. Every year, millions face this illness—many of whom could be saved with timely prevention and care. 💡 Key Facts: Pneumonia is a major public health burden across the region. Vaccination and access to proper medical care can save lives. Awareness and education are critical to reducing its impact. Together, we can prioritize health and reduce the impact of pneumonia in Asia. #GlobalHealth #Pneumonia #Asia #Prevention #SocialImpact #ChildHealth #Pneumolight #WorldPneumoniaDay

New UW research: Schools offering universal free meals see fewer students with high blood pressure — a 2.7% drop and 10.8% lower after 5 years. Evidence that meal policies improve child health! Read more: https://loom.ly/xGsvBqg #schoolpolicies #healthpolicy #universalschoolmeals

Being frail brings a greater risk of being taken to A&E. The Royal College of Emergency Medicine reported that rising numbers of elderly and frail people are stuck in A&E often on trolleys in corridors for far too long. Read Dr Bethell's latest blog for more insight into the chilling role of frailty in hospitalisation and ill health. https://lnkd.in/enF2VBJD #frailty #NHS

Among Hispanic and Latino adults receiving in-center hemodialysis, a culturally tailored community health worker intervention modestly reduced interdialytic weight gain and improved adherence and patient activation compared to standard care. The intervention addressed dietary and social barriers, supporting behavior change relevant to dialysis outcomes. #KidneyWK https://ja.ma/3LqijPu

Oklahoma hospitals could lose $6.7 billion over the next decade, threatening access to care for families across the state. Read more about how these cuts could impact communities like Blackwell and what is at stake for rural health in Oklahoma. Click the link to learn more. https://buff.ly/8mNSck6

#publichealth #medicine #medicalsciences #healthcare #medicaleducation  Which of the following is the standard measure for determining the impact of a health condition on a population? A. Disability-adjusted life-years B. Infant mortality C. Life expectancy D. Standardized mortality ratio E. Years of life lost The disability-adjusted life-year (DALY) is the standard measure for determining global burden of disease by the World Health Organization. This measure takes into account both absolute years of life lost due to disease (premature death) as well as productive years lost due to disability.  DALY is felt to more accurately reflect the true effects of disease within a population because individuals who become disabled cannot contribute fully to society. Life expectancy, years of life lost due to disease, standardized mortality ratios, and infant mortality do provide important information about the general health of a population but do not capture the true burden of disease.

New research shows that more than 63 million Americans now care for a loved one with a serious illness or disability, a 45% increase since 2015. Most provide this care without pay or formal training, often facing emotional, physical, and financial strain as responsibilities grow. At #GOCCNJ, we recognize that serious illness care affects patients and family caregivers. Our advance care planning tools provide the language and framework to engage in meaningful conversations about values, goals, and care preferences. These resources can help patients and family caregivers feel more supported and confident as they navigate serious illnesses together. Read more: https://shorturl.at/X3or5