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A healthy lifestyle determines quality of life and prolongs life - especially in the case of mental illness. Around 70% of deaths among people with severe mental illness are due to physical illness.

Ageing is not only a natural process, but also a major risk factor for almost all chronic diseases. The German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina has compiled a discussion paper on how healthy ageing is possible.

Donald Trump's family business is entering the mobile phone market with “Trump Mobile” - including healthcare services. From August 2025, the new “47 Plan” will include unlimited telephony, data, roadside assistance and telemedicine.

If you are building, buying or renovating a house in or for old age, it is best to think without thresholds. We give tips on how to recognize whether a house is suitable for old age - and how to...

How smart technology gives older people peace of mind, security and more freedom in everyday life: a Southeast Asian study investigated the consequences of integrating assistance technologies into the care of older people.

Drinking is essential, especially in summer. We show which concepts there are for reminding people to drink and which systems have proven themselves in practice.

Traveling is a part of quality of life. For people traveling with a wheelchair or rollator, it often takes a little more planning. We have put together some tips on how to make barrier-free travel safe, comfortable and relaxed.

Assistance solutions serve to cushion age-related limitations, minimize risks and promote social participation. The solutions on the market are versatile: For example, they help to prevent falls or report them so that help can arrive quickly. They help to take...

Care and support in rural areas can be organized: With the targeted use of technology, well-planned networks and the involvement of civil society and volunteers.

A new study provides insights into digital health literacy in 13 countries. The results are sobering and there is a great need for action.