Design Considerations for the Development and Implementation of a Medical Respite for Older Adults Experiencing Homelessness in Metro Vancouver.
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DOI: 10.1097/mlr.0000000000001335
Abstract: BACKGROUND Older persons with lived or living experience of homelessness (PWLEs) often live with complex physical and/or mental health conditions which are challenged by poor access to health services, especially primary care. To fill the… read more here.
Keywords: respite; care; medical respite; respite older ... See more keywords
Assessing Trade-Offs and Optimal Ranges of Density for Life Expectancy and 12 Causes of Mortality in Metro Vancouver, Canada, 1990–2016
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19052900
Abstract: Background: Understanding and managing the impacts of population growth and densification are important steps for sustainable development. This study sought to evaluate the health trade-offs associated with increasing densification and to identify the optimal balance… read more here.
Keywords: density; life expectancy; mortality; metro vancouver ... See more keywords
Neighborhood Characteristics Associated with Running in Metro Vancouver: A Preliminary Analysis
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192114328
Abstract: Running can improve physical health and psychological wellbeing. However, the characteristics of conducive running environments are relatively unknown. This study determines neighborhood factors that attract running and explores how age and gender mediate built environment… read more here.
Keywords: neighborhood characteristics; associated running; metro vancouver; age gender ... See more keywords