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Stamp out stigma against dementia and reduce harm

Jan 14, 2025 | pharmacytoday.co.nz | Ngaire Kerse

+Educate Older people Stamp out stigma against dementia and reduce harm Many people living with dementia, and their carers, avoid going out due to concerns about the reactions of others [Image: Micheile Henderson on Unsplash] Specialist GP Ngaire Kerse discusses the latest report from Alzheimer’s Disease International, which focuses on global attitudes towards dementia Key points, Stigma negatively impacts people living with dementia and their families.
Older people frequently lonely, so reach out and spread some joy

Dec 10, 2024 | nzdoctor.co.nz | Ngaire Kerse

+Practice In print Older people Older people frequently lonely, so reach out and spread some joy This summer, try to spread some holiday joy to those who might be less fortunate [Image: Sean Wells on Unsplash] Specialist GP Ngaire Kerse looks at the issue of loneliness in older people, which can be better or worse over the summer holiday period depending on family circumstances Key points, Loneliness is common in older people and associated with lower subjective wellness.
A journey through struggle to healing and strength

Nov 19, 2024 | nzdoctor.co.nz | Lucy O'Hagan |Ngaire Kerse |Alan Perrott

+Bulletins In print A journey through struggle to healing and strength [Image: Ann Savchenko on Unsplash] Rosetta Katene uses poetry to explore the grip of inner turmoil, and the resilience needed to overcome it, offering inspiration to others facing challenges Where are you? My need to want you is strong Help me dull this pain You can be my reality I know it is so wrong But I need you. Oops, please login or sign up to read more. LOGIN SUBSCRIBE Related Articles
Finding new and improved options for dementia prevention and care

Nov 5, 2024 | nzdoctor.co.nz | Ngaire Kerse

+Practice In print Older people Finding new and improved options for dementia prevention and care Combining cognitively stimulating activities with social interaction and/or physical activity is a key part of dementia prevention [Image: John-moeses-bauan on Unsplash] Specialist GP Ngaire Kerse looks at recent developments in dementia prevention and post-diagnostic care, and the implications for those working in primary care Key points, There is no cure for dementia, but disease-modifying...
Fall-prevention app promoted in pharmacies

Oct 23, 2024 | nzdoctor.co.nz | Ngaire Kerse |David Kim

+News Fall-prevention app promoted in pharmacies Westland Pharmacy staff (from left) Amy Sutherland, owner Graham Provis and retail manager Marie Gill are involved in promoting ACC’s Nymbl app [Image: Supplied] ESSENTIALS The Nymbl app, funded by ACC, aims to improve older people’s balance and prevent falls by using body movements and brain games. , READ MORE Oops, please login or sign up to read more. LOGIN SUBSCRIBE
Stamp out stigma against dementia and reduce harm

Oct 8, 2024 | nzdoctor.co.nz | Ngaire Kerse

+Practice In print Older people Stamp out stigma against dementia and reduce harm Many people living with dementia, and their carers, avoid going out due to concerns about the reactions of others [Image: Micheile henderson on Unsplash] Specialist GP Ngaire Kerse discusses the latest report from Alzheimer’s Disease International, which focuses on global attitudes towards dementia Key points, Stigma negatively impacts people living with dementia and their families.
How will primary care manage the growing older population?

Sep 10, 2024 | nzdoctor.co.nz | Ngaire Kerse

It is important to enable older people to stay living in their own homes [Image: CDC on Unsplash] Specialist GP Ngaire Kerse looks at the capacity for primary care to manage older people well, and discusses some innovations that might be helpful in this area Key points, Healthcare services for older people are fragmented and difficult to access. The ageing demographic is just ramping up and budgets are depleted. I, Pract Green w Pale Yellow Oops, please login or sign up to read more.
Around one in six over 60 experience abuse; be vigilant

Jul 16, 2024 | nzdoctor.co.nz | Ngaire Kerse

Ageism and normalisation of violence are societal-level risk factors for elder abuse [Image: Danie Franco on Unsplash] Specialist GP Ngaire Kerse highlights the importance of keeping a watchful eye out for elder abuse Key points, Abuse of older people is common and can lead to physical injuries and long-term psychological consequences. Watch for signs of abuse in older patien, Pract Green w Pale Yellow Oops, please login or sign up to read more. LOGIN SUBSCRIBE
Opportunities to maximise wellbeing in older age

Jun 19, 2024 | nzdoctor.co.nz | Ngaire Kerse

+Practice In print Older people Opportunities to maximise wellbeing in older age For older people, the transition between hospital and home is a key area where the wheels can fall of [Image: Shane Rounce on Unsplash] Specialist GP Ngaire Kerse sums up two inspirational talks by a UK geriatrician and asks how New Zealand plans to improve the wellbeing and independence of older people Key points, Prediction equations for falls risk and frailty risk could be integrated into the primary care...
Patient centred outcomes should be focus of interventions to sustain independence in older people

Apr 24, 2024 | bmj.com | Leah Palapar |Ngaire Kerse

Leah A Palapar, research fellow, Ngaire Kerse, Joyce Cook chair in ageing wellDepartment of General Practice and Primary Health Care, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealandl.palapar{at}auckland.ac.nzMaintenance of function is increasingly important as populations age.