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The burden of non-communicable diseases among older Tanzanians

By Amleset Tewodros, Posted 06 December 2012 See more by this blogger

In the first half of 2012, HelpAge International and Ifakara Health Institute embarked on a study to uncover the burden of non-communicable diseases (NCD) among older Tanzanians. The study has now been completed and the analysis of results is... Keep reading
Linking older people in the UK and Ethiopia

By Denebo Dekeba, Posted 05 December 2012 See more by this blogger

At the end of October, I was busy in my office in Addis Ababa finalising my preparations for a one-week visit to older people's institutions on the other side of the world. The visit was organised by Alan Burnett... Keep reading (1 Comment)
The endurance of Ethiopian older people

By Erna Mentesnot Hintz, Posted 04 December 2012 See more by this blogger

On Sunday 25 November 2012, the Great Ethiopian Run was held in Addis Ababa, the Ethiopian capital. This 10 km fundraising race, themed "Running for a Child", brings together thousands of people from all over the world every year.... Keep reading
Home sweet home? Maybe not...

By Luciana Caffarelli, Posted 30 November 2012 See more by this blogger

Do you remember the last time you went camping? You probably recall these typical scenarios: Rain, wearing lots of layers because of the cold, being soaked because your waterproof jacket is letting the rain in, feeling the stones and... Keep reading (1 Comment)
DRC crisis: Older people and a lifetime of conflict

By Gacheru Maina, Posted 27 November 2012 See more by this blogger

In August, I visited the HelpAge office in Goma, DRC. What struck me immediately was the tight security around the town. I realised that people there live with extreme caution. During my visit, I went to Mugunga refugee camp.... Keep reading (1 Comment)