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Alzheimers Dement
December 2024
Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital (The Neuro), Montreal, QC, Canada.
Background: Remote diagnostic assessment of cognitively impaired individuals offers numerous potential benefits including increased access to care. However, remote cognitive and behavioral assessment also has limitations, and may not be appropriate for certain patients. Currently, evidence-based guidance on virtual assessment readiness is lacking.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Although most individuals experiencing cognitive impairment reside with another, as many as one third may live alone. Such individuals may have difficulty managing their health and wellbeing. Further, they may be more isolated from healthcare and social services.
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December 2024
Federal University of Maranhão, São Luis, MA, Brazil.
Background: Quilombos are settlements founded by descendants of runaway slaves in Brazil, typically located in remote rural areas. Quilombola communities typically present poor basic sanitation and health, high levels of illiteracy, and limited access to social and health services, especially among older adults. Therefore, the Quilombola population is socially vulnerable and likely to present an increased risk for dementia, although underrepresented in aging/dementia research.
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February 2025
Department and Faculty of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Lleida, Lleida, Spain.
Background: Seasonal migrant farmworkers (SMF) make up a significant part of Spain's agricultural labour force. Due to precarious labour conditions, housing insecurity and factors related to migration, SMF are at risk of specific health issues and occupational accidents. In addition, migrants in Spain face barriers when accessing healthcare services.
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December 2024
Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India.
Background: In low and middle-income countries like India, with limited treatment and support options, persons with dementia are primarily looked after by their families. Dementia's impact extends beyond the primary caregiver to the entire family. Involving and supporting family members in care can enhance the primary caregiver's well-being and improve the quality of care for the person with dementia.
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