Article
Psychology, Clinical
Eneritz Jimenez-Etxebarria, Elena Bernaras Iturrioz, Joana Jaureguizar
Summary: The qualitative study on people over 67 years of age during the COVID-19 pandemic shows that although they have experienced disruptions in learning and social activities, they have shown adaptive skills. While facing mild physical and psychological symptoms due to the pandemic, older adults have also recognized the positive aspects of confinement and valued the use of technology for maintaining relationships and learning. They perceive positive and negative discrimination based on age, but have displayed resilience and strength in adversity, challenging the perception of vulnerability towards older people.
PSYCHOLOGY RESEARCH AND BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Perla Werner, Hanan AboJabel, Aviad Tur-Sinai
Summary: The study found that participants reported a relatively low level of COVID-19 ageism towards older people but a significantly higher level of COVID-19 ageism towards younger people. Negative age stereotypes were the most important determinants of both types of ageism, while sociodemographic variables were significant determinants only for COVID-19 ageism towards older people.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Marios Kyriazis, George Mikellides, Heraklis Pantelidakis, Marina Polycarpou, Barnabas Panayiotou
Summary: Social isolation is linked to increased morbidity and mortality in older individuals, especially with the Covid-19 quarantine measures in place. The elderly in Cyprus have been particularly affected, facing months of isolation and an uncertain future. It is predicted that without proper support programs, there will be a significant rise in the death toll among older people in Cyprus in the coming years.
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Martine Lagace, Amelie Doucet, Pascale Dangoisse, Caroline D. Bergeron
Summary: During the first wave of the Covid-19 pandemic, French Canadian media portrayed aging as a process of decline, loss, and vulnerability, with older adults being mostly absent or silenced in the discourse. Older people were depicted as individuals to fight for rather than to fight alongside in the face of the pandemic. The findings highlight the importance of providing older people with a voice and a place in shaping public discourse around aging while illustrating the pervasiveness and influence of ageism in this linguistic minority context.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Rocio Fernandez-Ballesteros, Macarena Sanchez-Izquierdo
Summary: The study found that most older adults maintained good health and lifestyles during the COVID-19 pandemic, with those diagnosed with COVID-19 showing higher levels of anxiety, irritation, and fear. Interestingly, concerns about politics and the future outweighed concerns about health for both COVID-free and diagnosed groups. The research highlights the need for more representative samples to draw more accurate conclusions about health perception, psychosocial responses, and concerns during unknown stress situations.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Hamid Sharif Nia, Long She, Ratneswary Rasiah, Fatemeh Khoshnavay Fomani, Omolhoda Kaveh, Saeed Pahlevan Sharif, Lida Hosseini
Summary: This study assessed the validity and reliability of the Persian version of the ageism survey instrument, identifying three factors related to age-related deprivation, dignity, and employment among the Iranian older adult population. The findings showed excellent internal consistency reliability and acceptable construct validity, indicating a comprehensive tool for measuring ageism in this population.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Gerontology
Peter Lloyd-Sherlock, Lucas Sempe, Martin McKee, Aravinda Guntupalli
Summary: The study highlights the lack of reliable age-based data on COVID-19 cases and deaths in low- and middle-income countries, especially for analyzing older populations. To better assess the impact of the pandemic on older individuals, excess mortality estimates may be a more viable alternative, particularly in countries with unreliable cause of death data.
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Ashley Lytle, MaryBeth Apriceno, Jamie Macdonald, Caitlin Monahan, Sheri R. Levy
Summary: This study found a relationship between ageism among undergraduates and their intentions to help older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. The results highlight the complexity of predicting helping behaviors and suggest that even supportive behaviors may be influenced by ageist stereotypes during a crisis.
JOURNALS OF GERONTOLOGY SERIES B-PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Editorial Material
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Roy L. Soiza, Chiara Scicluna, Emma C. Thomson
Summary: The safety and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines in older people are crucial for their success, but there is currently a lack of data. While some Phase III trials have made efforts to recruit older people, those with co-morbidities and frailty have still been largely excluded. Older people, their carers, and healthcare professionals will need to make decisions on vaccination acceptance based on limited evidence.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sabuj Kanti Mistry, A. R. M. Mehrab Ali, Uday Narayan Yadav, Md. Nazmul Huda, Md. Mahmudur Rahman, Manika Saha, Md. Ashfikur Rahman, David Lim, Saruna Ghimire
Summary: This study examined the prevalence of COVID-19-related stigma and its associated factors among older people in Bangladesh. The findings indicate that many older individuals hold stigmatizing beliefs towards COVID-19, such as viewing it as a punishment from God. Living in rural areas and perceiving a need for additional care during the pandemic were associated with higher levels of stigma. The study highlights the importance of raising awareness through health literacy interventions and mass media campaigns.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Nathalie Barth, Jessica Guyot, Sarah Anne Fraser, Martine Lagace, Stephane Adam, Pauline Gouttefarde, Luc Goethals, Lauren Bechard, Bienvenu Bongue, Herve Fundenberger, Thomas Celarier
Summary: The study found that older adults in France experienced more ageism during the COVID-19 pandemic, including hostile and benevolent ageism from their families. Despite reports of discrimination from others, some older adults also identified positive signs of intergenerational solidarity during this crisis.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Ruben Aquino-Martinez, Scarlette Hernandez-Vigueras
Summary: Periodontal bacteria dissemination into the lower respiratory tract may increase the risk of severe COVID-19 lung infection in older patients, as bacterial infection can cause permanent damage and senescence in cells, which in turn facilitates SARS-CoV-2 replication.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Editorial Material
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Luis Miguel GutieRrez Robledo, Carlos Cano-GutieRrez, Enrique Vega Garcia
Summary: Latin American countries face challenges in defining and understanding their culturally diverse region. The fragmented health systems, combined with a rapidly ageing population and increasing demands for care, contribute to the unpreparedness of health systems and the burden of disease. This article analyzes the burden of disease and identifies priorities to improve care and quality of life in the region.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Tanvi A. Ingle, Maike Morrison, Xutong Wang, Timothy Mercer, Vella Karman, Spencer Fox, Lauren Ancel Meyers
Summary: This article describes a framework developed by the Austin Public Health department to anticipate isolation bed demand for people experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 pandemic. Using a mathematical model, it was projected that a maximum of 299 homeless individuals may require isolation rooms in a single week without social distancing measures. Based on this analysis, a lease agreement was finalized for 205 isolation rooms, with a maximum of 130 rooms used on a single day as of October 7th, 2020.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Theodore D. Cosco, Karen Fortuna, Andrew Wister, Indira Riadi, Kevin Wagner, Andrew Sixsmith
Summary: During the COVID-19 crisis, older adults are among the most at-risk groups, facing social restrictions that may lead to increased rates of depression and anxiety. Participatory digital co-design shows promise in enhancing engagement with mobile technologies among older adults, potentially mitigating negative mental health implications.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
Editorial Material
Nursing
Debra Jackson, Mark Hayter, Diana Baptiste
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2022)
Editorial Material
Nursing
Daniel Kelly, Debra Jackson
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Joanne Durkin, Debra Jackson, Kim Usher
Summary: Compassionate practice in a hospital setting involves the fusion of various skills and knowledges, the delivery of meaningful actions to alleviate suffering, and meeting individual needs to prevent further suffering. Compassion is essential for both health professionals and patients, impacting the care quality and overall experience in healthcare settings. This study contributes to the understanding of how compassion is expressed and received in hospitals, emphasizing the importance of small acts that have a big impact on patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2022)
Editorial Material
Nursing
Debra Jackson, Calvin Moorley
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2022)
Review
Nursing
Reakeeta Smallwood, Kim Usher, Cindy Woods, Neville Sampson, Debra Jackson
Summary: The continued use of deficit discourse in researching Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples of Australia is problematic. An Indigenist review was conducted to amplify the voices of Aboriginal young people and emphasize the strength and resilience within their historical, social, and political contexts. The review highlighted the importance of culture and connection to the health and well-being of Aboriginal young people.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Candace L. Johnson, Natalie Neu, Lisa Saiman
Summary: We conducted a study on the prevalence of antimicrobial prescriptions in 9 pediatric postacute and long-term care (pPALTC) settings. Antimicrobials were prescribed for 5%-7% of residents for various indications, including infectious, noninfectious, prophylaxis, and unknown. Noninfectious indications often involved the prescription of macrolides. Developing treatment guidelines could help improve antimicrobial stewardship in pPALTC.
INFECTION CONTROL AND HOSPITAL EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Kim Usher Am, Debra Jackson, Debbie Massey, Dianne Wynaden, Julian Grant, Caryn West, Shirley McGough, Martin Hopkins, Amanda Muller, Carey Mather, Zac Byfield, Zaneta Smith, Irene Ngune, Rochelle Wynne
Summary: The study aimed to measure and describe the mental health impact of COVID-19 on Australian pre-registration nursing students. It found that more than half of the students reported mental health concerns and close to half exhibited signs of post-traumatic stress disorder. Mental health impact was influenced by students' year level and history of mental health issues.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Editorial Material
Nursing
Debra Jackson, Helen Aveyard, Yvonne Commodore-Mensah, Craig Dale, Jane Noyes, Graeme Drummond Smith, Phyllis Sharps, Fiona Timmins, Doris Yu
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Editorial Material
Nursing
Debra Jackson
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Simona Fourie, Christine Norton, Debra Jackson, Wladyslawa Czuber-Dochan
Summary: This study aims to explore patient experiences of intimacy and sexuality in individuals living with inflammatory bowel disease. It is the first qualitative study to investigate this topic, and it offers new theoretical insights into the relationship between sexual well-being and psycho-emotional distress.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Editorial Material
Nursing
Rikki Jones, Debra Jackson, Kim Usher
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Editorial Material
Nursing
Catherine Hungerford, Debra Jackson, Michelle Cleary
ISSUES IN MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
(2023)
Editorial Material
Nursing
Colleen Johnston-Devin, Florin Oprescu, Debra Jackson, Michelle Cleary
ISSUES IN MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
(2023)
Editorial Material
Nursing
Danielle Le Lagadec, Debra Jackson, Sancia West, Michelle Cleary
ISSUES IN MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
(2023)
Review
Nursing
Karen Moya Lascelles, Zoe Davey, Debra Jackson, Helen Aveyard
Summary: This systematic review examines the experiences and needs of adult informal caregivers of adults at risk of suicide. The study identifies several interconnected themes, including transitions, living with fear and uncertainty, changing relationships, interface with healthcare professionals and services, and what carers need and want. The findings highlight the importance of timely support and interventions for caregivers, and the impact of caring on their mental, physical, and social well-being.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
