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IMF: "Integrating ageing into all aspects of development"

By Charles Knox-Vydmanov, Posted 19 July 2011 See more by this blogger

The current edition of the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) Finance and Development is looking at the implications of population ageing. The video accompanying the report makes strong recommendations for steps to consider, which include "integrating ageing into all aspects... Keep reading (1 Comment)
Partners for better health in Haiti

By Claudel Victor, Posted 01 July 2011 See more by this blogger

Older people in Haiti now have better access to health care and medical treatment thanks to an agreement signed between HelpAge and three public health centres to provide free services. "This is my first visit here and I was... Keep reading
International Widows' Day: Triple vulnerability?

By Rosaleen Cunningham, Posted 23 June 2011 See more by this blogger

The United Nations General Assembly has declared 23 June 2011 as the first ever International Widows' Day. "Another International Day" we may sigh. At this stage every day in the year must be at least an international day for... Keep reading (1 Comment)
Older people sidelined at High Level Meeting on the future of HIV epidemic

By Rachel Albone, Posted 10 June 2011 See more by this blogger

The High Level Meeting is now well underway, countries are making their reports on their response to the epidemic and the negotiations on the outcome document - the result of this meeting - are drawing to a close. No... Keep reading
HIV statistics and targets exclude older people – putting millions of people at risk.

By Rachel Albone, Posted 06 June 2011 See more by this blogger

Five years ago, the international community working in HIV and AIDS set a target of "universal access to comprehensive prevention programmes, treatment, care and support". This week that community is meeting again, at the UN High Level Meeting, to... Keep reading (12 Comments)