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Understanding frailty among older people living in old age homes and the community in Nepal: A cross-sectional study.

Richa ShahRogie Royce CarandangAkira ShibanumaKen Ing Cherng OngJunko KiriyaMasamine Jimba
Published in: PloS one (2021)
The living environment and lifestyle are key modifiable risk factors of frailty, both in old age homes and the community. The findings suggest a need for lifestyle modification and reforms in building standards, especially in old age homes, to promote age-friendly communities.
Keyphrases
  • risk factors
  • physical activity
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • cardiovascular disease
  • weight loss
  • type diabetes
  • tertiary care