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   Nov 25, 2014 · Health services will need several adaptations to cope with an ageing population. It is critical that these health services be delivered by health professionals trained in gerontology and geriatrics.

   • Author: D Eldemire-Shearer, K Mitchell-Fearon, H Laws, N Waldron, K James, DL Holder-Nevins
   • DOI: 10.7727/wimj.2014.003

   • Publish Year: 2014
   • Publication: West Indian Med J. 2014 Jan; 63(1): 3-8.

2. jis.gov.jm › features › senior-citizens-policySenior Citizens Policy Protects Ageing Population – Jamaica ...

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   Sep 29, 2011 · This includes, expansion of comprehensive health care services for the elderly, and involves the need for training in public health ageing gerontology and geriatrics. With respect to social protection, Mrs. Freckleton pointed to further reform of the social protection system, especially social insurance.

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   Dec 12, 2019 · Senior Medical Officer and Head of Surgery at the St Ann’s Bay Hospital, Dr Tanya Hamilton-Johnson, has pointed to the need for expansion of public health services to meet the needs of Jamaica’s ageing population. She noted that more...

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   Dec 12, 2019 · Ageing Population Increasing Demand For Health Services. By: Nickieta Sterling, December 12, 2019. The Key Point: Senior Medical Officer and Head of Surgery at the St. Ann’s Bay Hospital, Dr. Tanya Hamilton-Johnson, has pointed to the need for expansion of public health services to meet the needs of Jamaica’s ageing population. Health & Wellness.

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   How can health services cope with the ageing population in Jamaica?

   • As a population ages, as is happening in the Jamaican population, medical services to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions such as cognitive impairment and other mental health issues are vital and must include family support initiatives. Health services will need several adaptations to cope with an ageing population.

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   How does ageing affect the population in Jamaica?

   • The Jamaican census 2011 for the first time specifically drew attention to the ageing of the population, stating "the pyramid shows the obvious narrowing at the base as the fertility declines take effect while increases at the older ages are evident" ( 12) [ Fig 1 ].

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   Why do political administrations care about Jamaica's ageing population?

   • Political administrations, over time, have expressed appreciation of the implications of Jamaica’s ageing population, and have pledged to intensify efforts to address the plight of senior citizens and ensure their active participation in society, as they search for opportunities to be more resourceful in a dynamic and changing world.

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7. www.mdpi.com › 2071/1050/13-14 › 8101Mapping Long-Term Care in Jamaica: Addressing an Ageing ...

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   Jul 20, 2021 · Jamaica’s ageing population, high prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), and associated functional impairments suggest the need for a sustainable long-term care (LTC) system.

   • Author: Ishtar Govia, Janelle N. Robinson, Rochelle Amour, Marissa Stubbs, Klara Lorenz-Dant, Adelina Comas-...

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   Jamaica’s ageing population, high prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), and associated functional impairments suggest the need for a sustainable long-term care (LTC) system.

9. www.mona.uwi.edu › fms › wimjAgeing of Jamaica’s Population – What Are the Implications ...

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   Ageing of Jamaica’s Population – What Are the Implications for Healthcare? Journal Authors: D Eldemire-Shearer. K Mitchell-Fearon. H Laws. N Waldron. K James. DL Holder-Nevins. Issue: Vol 63, Issue 1: Jan (2014) DOI: 10.7727/wimj.2014.003. Pages: 3–8. ABSTRACT. The 2011 Census has confirmed the ageing of the Jamaican population.