These factors together result in a host of other complications, further compromising the physical-cognitive health and overall quality of life. Other factors include lack of social engagement or isolation risking mental health. According to a WHO report, insufficient physical activity is the prime risk factor. Many seniors also suffer from frequent urinary tract infections and falls that lead to decreased functional ability. Several chronic conditions like diabetes, dementia (memory loss), depression, arthritis, and low vision are present in old age. Tips For Healthy AgingĪgeing involves changes in the physical, mental, social, and emotional realms of life. Charmi Shah, Senior Occupational Therapist, Masina Hospital, to discuss healthy ageing and tips to keep the body fit as we age. It is a result of complex challenges impacted by the body and brain. The quality of life is affected by the ability to engage and participate in meaningful day-to-day tasks or roles, be it self-care, social, leisure, or work-related.

With increased life expectancy, we need to emphasize the quality of life lived in the later years, with or without any associated medical condition. While advancement in medicine has added years to life, it is now the time to add life to those years. Written by Satata Karmakar | Published : Septem1:47 PM IST

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