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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
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)
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)
Reality bites: Obstacles for older Palestinians in need of healthcare

By Sarah Marzouk, Posted 23 February 2012 See more by this blogger

Ensuring older people enjoy their right to appropriate and accessible healthcare is a fundamental part of our work. The idea can be summarised quite simply in a sentence, but the reality of achieving this is far more complex. This... Keep reading
Climbing Kilimanjaro for older people in Ethiopia

By Alison Rusinow, Posted 10 February 2012 See more by this blogger

I did it!! Thanks to those who have already donated so much and please keep on giving for older people in Ethiopia! It was an amazing experience. The first six days were incredibly beautiful, with changing landscapes and vegitation.... Keep reading (4 Comments)