This data map of Minnesota is created by the Memory Keepers providing statistics on aging in Minnesota including population information, mortality, quality of life, Alzheimer's and diabetes, physicians, facilities, and area agencies.
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This video is part of a series, Supporting Family Caregivers in the 4Ms of an Age-Friendly Health System, published in collaboration with the AARP Public Policy Institute as part of the ongoing Supporting Family Caregivers: No Longer Home Alone series...
Agriculture, as a profession, has more mostly “older workers” than any other profession or industry. In addition, the agricultural industry ranks as one of the most hazardous. In 2020, UMASH hosted a series of online community forums, each with a...
Despite increasing information on enhancing client communication and compliance/adherence in veterinary medicine, literature focusing on special cases remains limited: working with clients with special needs, challenges or disabilities, or when the...
Older clients may need a little extra care and attention to ensure a happy veterinary experience. This article discusses what you can do to help them help their pets when visiting the vet. The seven steps are: plan ahead, offer guidance, communicate...
While any pet owner can certainly attest to the many benefits of living with a furry friend, research confirming the health benefits of senior pet ownership have appeared in many well-respected publications and medical journals. Studies have shown...
This article provides a review of research published since 1980 on the benefits of human–companion animal interaction. Studies focusing on the benefits of pet ownership are presented first, followed by research on the benefits of interacting with...
Walking is positively associated with health outcomes in older adults. Dog walking may differ from other reasons for walking (i.e., recreation, transportation) because it involves the relationship with a companion animal. Although some studies linking...
The familiar adage “pets are good for your health” is an interesting but largely untested theory. A new model was developed, based on pet ownership leads to better self care, to show possible associations between pet ownership with eating, exercise,...
Rainbow Health has several articles on LGBTQ+ health education inclulding: Get Condoms, Tips for Healthy Queer Sex, Understanding Anal Sex, The Internal Condom, Anal Hygiene for a Healthy Sex Life, Older Adults: Know Your Rights, and Tips for Finding...