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National digital health platform: What changes it brings for elderly patients
The new digital platform will connect patients with healthcare providers, simplifying elderly people's access to medical care.
Spasticity After Stroke – The Complication That Can Leave Seniors Entirely Dependent on Care
Up to half of stroke patients develop spasticity, a muscle stiffness that limits mobility and daily independence.
Robotic Surgery Made Accessible to Seniors Through New Ministerial Funding Programme
Ministerul Sănătății (Romania's Health Ministry) will fund robotic surgeries — important news for elderly patients requiring complex procedures.
Romanian diaspora doctors organise to improve Romania's healthcare system
150 Romanian doctors based abroad have joined forces to share their international experience and contribute to the development of healthcare in Romania.
Foods That Reduce Hunger in Older Adults: Nutritionists' Recommendations for Seniors
Nuts and seeds can help control appetite in older adults, providing long-lasting satiety and a range of health benefits.
Benefits of coffee for seniors: protection against Alzheimer's and heart disease
Moderate coffee consumption may protect older adults against dementia, Alzheimer's disease and cardiovascular conditions, whilst offering a range of other important health benefits.
Healthcare Unions Announce Protests to Protect Wages. The Impact on Senior Care
Salary cuts in the healthcare system could affect elderly care, in a context where staff shortages are already limiting access to services.
Sugar, the Brain's Primary Enemy in Older Adults. Devastating Effects on Memory
Specialists warn: excessive sugar consumption accelerates cognitive ageing and affects seniors' memory more than previously thought.
Avocado: the fruit that protects seniors' hearts by reducing cholesterol and blood pressure
Specialists recommend regular avocado consumption for seniors, owing to its cardiovascular benefits and its role in preventing age-related conditions.
Foto ilustrativăNorovirus Epidemic in Europe: Hospitals Closed, Hundreds Infected. A Guide for Seniors
Massive norovirus outbreak in Wales forces hospital closures. Seniors more vulnerable to the highly contagious infection known as the 'two-bucket bug'.
8 spices and aromatic herbs that boost seniors' immunity
Spices and natural herbs such as garlic, ginger and turmeric can support the immune system in older adults and help prevent seasonal ailments.
Generic medication for chronic kidney disease authorised in Romania
A new cinacalcet-based generic medicine has received marketing authorisation, offering an accessible alternative for patients with chronic kidney disease.
Foods That Combat Fatigue in Older Adults: Recommendations for Daily Energy
Specialists recommend 6 essential foods that provide sustained energy for seniors and help combat the fatigue associated with advancing age.
Digital Dementia - the New Neurological Risk Affecting Senior Smartphone Users
Doctors are warning about a new phenomenon: digital dementia, a form of premature brain ageing caused by excessive mobile phone use.
Third flu death in Sibiu: 64-year-old woman was unvaccinated
A 64-year-old woman from Sibiu has died from influenza, becoming the third fatal case in the county. All deaths have involved unvaccinated individuals.
Safe Natural Remedies for Treating Frostbite in the Elderly
Complete guide to treating frostbite with natural home remedies, specially tailored for seniors with poor circulation.
Crisis in the healthcare system: Medical staff threaten general strike over wage cuts
Health federations are warning that a 10% salary cut could trigger mass protests and severely impact the care of elderly patients.
Six Biblical Fruits With Extraordinary Health Benefits for Seniors
Olives, dates, grapes and other fruits mentioned in sacred texts offer remarkable benefits for the heart, brain and digestive system of older adults.
Numbness in the Hands and Feet: Warning Signs for Seniors
Tingling and numbness in the limbs may indicate serious health problems in older adults, ranging from vitamin deficiencies to cardiovascular disease.
Laughter as Therapy for Seniors: Amazing Benefits for Health and Wellbeing
Laughter has scientifically proven therapeutic effects, being equivalent to physical exercise and helping elderly people manage pain and stress.
Natural Antibiotics: 6 Essential Foods for Seniors' Health
Garlic, echinacea, apple cider vinegar and other natural remedies can support the immune system of older adults in fighting infections.
Dates, the biblical fruit with miraculous health benefits for seniors
These sacred fruits provide energy, strengthen bones, improve vision and help prevent age-related diseases.
Foods Rich in Magnesium That Improve Sleep and Bone Health in Seniors
Magnesium supports the nervous system and can improve sleep in older adults. Pumpkin seeds, leafy greens and legumes are excellent sources.
Foods That Rapidly Combat Low Blood Sugar in the Elderly: The Complete Guide to Hypoglycaemia
Seniors with diabetes or hypoglycaemia need to know which foods raise blood sugar levels quickly in order to prevent dangerous episodes.