J Nutr Health Aging. 2024 Apr 25;28(5):100246. doi: 10.1016/j.jnha.2024.100246. Online ahead of print.
ABSTRACT
The global increase in the population of older persons has profound inter-sectoral implications, necessitating the development of age-friendly initiatives at the global and national levels. While progress has been relatively slower across Sub-Saharan African countries, highlighting existing commendable initiatives is essential to identify the current gaps and promote the development of strategies and interventions to promote age-friendly societies. This mini-review highlights some of the key initiatives in Ghana in the areas of policy, healthcare, finance, social services, education and research and in promoting dementia-friendly communities.
PMID:38669857 | DOI:10.1016/j.jnha.2024.100246
Authors
Sally Yalley, MD, MSc
Medical Doctor, Dementia Advocate
Brian Lawlor, MD, FRCPI, FRCPsych
Site Director, Trinity College Dublin
Román Romero Ortuño, Lic Med, MSc, PhD
Professor in Medical Gerontology
