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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
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Tackling HIV and AIDS in Africa: A lasting impact
By Rachel Albone, Posted 14 March 2012 See more by this blogger
At the beginning of March, the HelpAge HIV team spent a week in Uganda with our partners. The aim was to plan the fifth and final year of our Africa programme funded by the UK Big Lottery Fund to... Keep reading (1 Comment)
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International Women's Day: A woman's work is never done
By Hazel Austin, Posted 08 March 2012 See more by this blogger
International Women's Day is observed annually today, 8 March to celebrate the achievements of women throughout history and across nations. HelpAge is contributing to this global celebration by raising awareness of the struggles faced by many older women across... Keep reading (1 Comment)
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HIV and AIDS response marginalises older people
By Denebo Dekeba, Posted 19 December 2011 See more by this blogger
This blog was written by Denebo Dekeba, Programme Officer at HelpAge affiliate, Ethiopian Elders and Pensioners National Association. This month, Ethiopia hosted the International Conference on AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) in Africa (ICASA) for the first time.... Keep reading
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HelpAge marks World AIDS Day: HIV and ageing in Africa
By Rachel Albone, Posted 09 December 2011 See more by this blogger
Last week, HelpAge’s ICASA pre-conference on HIV and ageing in Africa took place. The conference has been in the planning for many months and we are pleased to report it was a great success! The first day started with... Keep reading (1 Comment)
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