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World Congress on Public Health: A great opportunity for Age Demands Action on Health in Ethiopia

By Erna Mentesnot Hintz, Posted 08 May 2012 See more by this blogger

As part of Age Demands Action on Health, HelpAge participated in the 13th World Congress on Public Health held in Addis Ababa on 23-27 April 2012. The event brought together 3,000 health practitioners, experts and organisations from around the... Keep reading
Let's Make it Ageless: Solidarity between generations

By Barbara Dockalova, Posted 24 April 2012 See more by this blogger

We've all seen it in the news: younger people are getting tired of the injustice and unfairness in this world. Over the past few years since the global financial crisis, Europe has witnessed many protests, demonstrations and social unrest... Keep reading
No age limit to good health: Age Demands Action in Bangladesh

By John McGeachy, Posted 23 April 2012 See more by this blogger

There are no "older people" in Bangladesh and yet one in ten people are soon to be over 60. Confused? I am talking about the murky world of categories and definition. You see, in a country where what constitutes... Keep reading
Campaigning for healthcare for older people in Ethiopia

By Tilahun Abebe, Posted 11 April 2012 See more by this blogger

When older people visit health clinics many say that the doctors do not really listen to them. For me it is different, they pay attention when I speak because I have a background in public health. I can challenge... Keep reading (1 Comment)
World Health Day: The challenges and opportunities of ageing

By Dr John Beard, Posted 05 April 2012 See more by this blogger

Population ageing is a global phenomenon that is occurring fastest in low and middle-income countries. While ageing presents challenges to society, it also creates many opportunities. Older people make important contributions as family members, volunteers and as active participants... Keep reading