Knowledge and perception of older adults toward end of life and advanced directive in Nigeria.

Objectives: Older adults often have a heightened awareness of death due to personal losses. In many low- and middle-income countries, including Nigeria, conversation about end-of-life issues and advanced care planning (ACP) among older adults is gradually emerging. Our study explored older adults' knowledge and perceptions towards advanced directives and end-of-life issues in a geriatric care setting in Nigeria.

COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy Among Older Adults in a Geriatric Centre in Nigeria.

Introduction Despite the proven efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines, there is a significant level of hesitancy, particularly among the elderly population in Nigeria. The research investigates factors associated with COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among older persons attending Geriatric Centers in southwestern Nigeria. Methods This was a cross-sectional study of 332 older adults (≥60 years).