Research on Geriatric Population
Abstract
Elderly population is on the rise globally and so is the situation in India too which is projected to 173 million in 2026 according to a report by United Nations Population Fund and Helpage India. According to population Census of 2011 elderly above the age of 60, females outnumber males. In Kerala elderly form 12.6% of the population, highest for India. More emphasis needs to be laid on ethical aspect of care of this group which is vulnerable in many ways, more so where women are concerned.
Published
2020-03-10
How to Cite
KUMAR, Nandini K.
Research on Geriatric Population.
BMH Medical Journal - ISSN 2348–392X, [S.l.], v. 7, n. Suppl, mar. 2020.
ISSN 2348-392X.
Available at: <https://www.babymhospital.org/BMH_MJ/index.php/BMHMJ/article/view/259>. Date accessed: 15 may 2024.
Section
Geriatrics & Gerontology Initiative: International Workshop
