Gerontology

C-MOR Consortium Releases Findings on Excess Mortality from the Pandemic in 22 Countries

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Friday, July 30, 2021
Articles, Academic disciplines, Demography, Epidemiology, Death, Global health, Gerontology, Mortality displacement, Pandemic

NICOSIA, Cyprus, July 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Since the earliest weeks following the emergence of SARS-CoV-2, it has been a challenge to understand the impact of the pandemic on mortality. COVID-19 death counts do not account for limited testing, upended healthcare systems, and deaths stemming from restriction measures. In short, countries worldwide are lacking an accurate picture of the direct and indirect mortality burden from COVID-19.

Key Points: 
  • They found that some countries showed excess all-cause mortality, while other nations had minimal or even decreased excess mortality.
  • They launched the COVID-19 Mortality (C-MOR) Consortium which welcomed countries from around the world and focused on measuring excess mortality.
  • As such, the Consortium could more accurately measure how the pandemic affected mortality in countries across the globe.
  • The authors note that the countries with increased excess mortality tended to have limited or delayed control measures, and vice-versa.

FOXO Technologies Appoints Erin Sharoni to Chief Product Officer of FOXO LIFE

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Branches of biology, Biology, Ageing, Gerontology, Old age, Epigenetics, FOX proteins, Biomarker

MINNEAPOLIS, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- FOXO Technologies Inc. ("FOXO"), a leader in commercializing epigenetic biomarkers of health and aging today announced the appointment of Erin Sharoni to the role of Chief Product Officer.

Key Points: 
  • MINNEAPOLIS, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- FOXO Technologies Inc. ("FOXO"), a leader in commercializing epigenetic biomarkers of health and aging today announced the appointment of Erin Sharoni to the role of Chief Product Officer.
  • In this newly created executive role, Sharoni will lead the development and launch of FOXO LIFE, the first life insurance company to be powered by molecular health technology.
  • In her role as Chief Product Officer, Sharoni will oversee all aspects of marketing, sales, and product operations.
  • "Erin Sharoni brings incredible expertise and experience to lead FOXO LIFE and its expanded promise of helping its customers live an optimized, healthy life," says Jon Sabes, CEO and Founder of FOXO.

Age Safe® America Celebrates 6 Years of Serving Seniors and the Aging in Place Industry

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Gerontology, Elderly care, Geriatrics, Caregiving

Seniors and family members are looking to Age Safe America for trusted advice, solutions and referrals.

Key Points: 
  • Seniors and family members are looking to Age Safe America for trusted advice, solutions and referrals.
  • Aging services providers, healthcare professionals, leading franchise networks and organizations are all seeking additional training and certification from Age Safe America to better capture the opportunity and gain the confidence of this massive audience.
  • The company is capitalizing on this growing demand by leveraging its past successes, key relationships, and their well respected brand.
  • Age Safe America is a national membership, training, advocacy and services organization dedicated to meet the growing need for home safety assessments and aging-in-place home modifications.

NCOA and UMass Boston Reports: Pandemic-Related Hunger Among Older Adults Is Here to Stay

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Gerontology, Articles, Academic disciplines, Demography, Ageism, National Council on Aging, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, NCOA, Old age, University of Massachusetts Boston, Ageing

"We need to take hunger off older adults' tables by making enhanced SNAP benefits permanent."

Key Points: 
  • "We need to take hunger off older adults' tables by making enhanced SNAP benefits permanent."
  • The National Council on Aging (NCOA) is the national voice for every person's right to age well.
  • Founded in 1950, we are the oldest national organization focused on older adults.
  • The LeadingAge LTSS Center @ UMass Boston conducts research to help our nation address the challenges and seize the opportunities associated with a growing older population.

Care Crisis Looming - Global Report Reveals The Monumental Challenge To Caring For Ageing Population

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Gerontology, Ageing, Old age, Caregiver, Health care, Articles, Life sciences

"The pandemic has highlighted the need for us to reimagine traditional methods of care, beginning with elevating the caregiving profession.

Key Points: 
  • "The pandemic has highlighted the need for us to reimagine traditional methods of care, beginning with elevating the caregiving profession.
  • We are at a critical junction of care for our aging populations, and it's vital that we all work together to mitigate the global care crisis."
  • Bolster training and education standards if governments and society acknowledge the value of the care workforce, care providers and governments alike will work to establish quality standards.
  • The Global Coalition on Aging aims to reshape how global leaders approach and prepare for the 21st century's profound shift in population aging.

Care Crisis Looming - Global Report Reveals The Monumental Challenge To Caring For Aging Population

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Gerontology, Ageing, Old age, Caregiver, Health care, Articles, Life sciences

"The pandemic has highlighted the need for us to reimagine traditional methods of care, beginning with elevating the caregiving profession.

Key Points: 
  • "The pandemic has highlighted the need for us to reimagine traditional methods of care, beginning with elevating the caregiving profession.
  • We are at a critical junction of care for our aging populations, and it's vital that we all work together to mitigate the global care crisis."
  • Bolster training and education standards if governments and society acknowledge the value of the care workforce, care providers and governments alike will work to establish quality standards.
  • The Global Coalition on Aging aims to reshape how global leaders approach and prepare for the 21st century's profound shift in population aging.

emids to offer Homethrive Digital Coach for Eldercare Support as Employee Benefit

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Employee benefits, Gerontology, Occupational safety and health

Through Homethrive, emids' employees and their aging loved ones have access to support and information that improve outcomes for aging adults living at home and the working loved ones who support them.

Key Points: 
  • Through Homethrive, emids' employees and their aging loved ones have access to support and information that improve outcomes for aging adults living at home and the working loved ones who support them.
  • "Our people are the center of our core values and culture," said Saurabh Sinha, Founder and CEO of emids.
  • By providing Homethrive to our employees, they have unlimited access to trusted resources and experts to help them support their aging loved ones.
  • The Homethrive program is available nationally and offered primarily through insurance companies and as an employee benefit through employers.

UM School of Medicine Receives Award for Research on Aging and Cognitive Function

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Thursday, June 24, 2021
Other Health, Research, Entertainment, General Health, Optical, Consumer, University, Education, Science, Music, Seniors, Health, Branches of biology, Gerontology, Biology, Biogerontology, Epigenetics, Life extension, Ageing, Cancer, Epigenetic clock, Biomarkers of aging, Steve Horvath

The Dr. M. Lee Pearce Foundation, Inc., established in 1984, has announced a donation to the University of Miamis School of Medicine in support of its research on aging and cognitive function.

Key Points: 
  • The Dr. M. Lee Pearce Foundation, Inc., established in 1984, has announced a donation to the University of Miamis School of Medicine in support of its research on aging and cognitive function.
  • The funding of the research study Epigenetic Clock as a Fountain of Youth: Is the Epigenetic Age more Important for Cognitive Function than Chronological Age?
  • is part of the foundations mission to fund breakthrough research with an emphasis on aging.
  • The UM study will further assess how the epigenetic clock, or biological age, can be affected by behaviors such as diet, exercise, and environment.

Mosio is a Proud Sponsor of the 2021 Brown-Lifespan Center for Digital Health Virtual Conference

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Thursday, June 17, 2021
Ageing, Gerontology, Old age, Text messaging, Mental health, Academic disciplines, Articles, Branches of biology

PROVIDENCE, R.I., June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Mosio, a leading text messaging provider for researchers and public health officials, announced today that it will be sponsoring the 2021 Brown-Lifespan Center for Digital Health Virtual Conference .

Key Points: 
  • PROVIDENCE, R.I., June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Mosio, a leading text messaging provider for researchers and public health officials, announced today that it will be sponsoring the 2021 Brown-Lifespan Center for Digital Health Virtual Conference .
  • The event is scheduled for June 22, 2021 and will feature speakers from across the spectrum of medical research and digital health initiatives.
  • Topics covered during this virtual conference will include the following:
    The forgotten epidemics of mental health, substance use and violence.
  • "We appreciate the work being done at the Center for Digital Health partnership through Lifespan and Brown University.

Securities regulators' study reveals many Canadians unaware of the signs of financial elder abuse

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Abuse, Articles, Elder law, Gerontology, Human behavior, Domestic violence, Elder abuse, Institutional abuse, Elder financial abuse

The CSA and its members are providing resources and holding events to raise awareness of financial elder abuse to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on June 15, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • The CSA and its members are providing resources and holding events to raise awareness of financial elder abuse to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on June 15, 2021.
  • Financial abuse is the most common form of elder abuse, and it typically occurs over an extended period of time.
  • Canadians can take action and prevent financial abuse of older adults by:
    Talking about their financial matters with them.
  • Securities Commission (BCSC) believes it's important for everyone to know how to recognize, reject and report elder financial abuse.