Tag: Women

Africa

A Snapshot of Violence Against Elderly Women in Tanzania

The African Union has proclaimed 2016 African Year of Human Rights, with a special focus on the rights of women. As the continent celebrated International Women’s Day this past March, it not only took the time to commemorate African women, but also to remind and encourage its citizens to address the obstinate gender inequalities that inhibit women from actualizing their human rights. However, despite Africa’s … Continue reading A Snapshot of Violence Against Elderly Women in Tanzania

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Australia

Integrating Alternative Medicine with Geriatric Care in Australia

In the last 20 years, aromatherapy in geriatric care has grown extensively especially in the Oceania region. This treatment uses plant-derived, aromatic essential oils to promote physical and psychological well-being. Age-related conditions such as dementia and arthritis as well as respiratory diseases, blood pressure and skin changes can benefit greatly from aromatherapy. A survey from the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women’s Health (ALSWH) identified significant … Continue reading Integrating Alternative Medicine with Geriatric Care in Australia

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Australia

Homelessness Among Older Women in Australia

According to the 2011 Australian Census, 36 percent of the older homeless population comprises of women. While men are more likely to experience homelessness across their lifespans in Australia, women are more likely to first experience homelessness after the age of 50. Issues of homelessness among older women in Australia have been described as a symptom of entrenched social and economic issues that compound, and … Continue reading Homelessness Among Older Women in Australia

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South America

Battling Beauty Stereotypes in Brazil’s Older Women

If you have ever watched a Brazilian telenovela, you might notice that older women look unrealistically younger than the characters they portray, with the help of botox or other “medical miracles”. Older women in Brazil face pressure to look young, not gain weight, and maintain top physical appearance. As women age, their metabolism slows down and wrinkles tend to appear on their faces. This can … Continue reading Battling Beauty Stereotypes in Brazil’s Older Women

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