A global challenge for smart and healthy care homes for the elderly

Abstract

By 2050, the global elderly population aged over 60 will rise to 22% of the overall population compared to 12% of the 2015 figures. 1 All countries with rapidly growing elderly populations have to make preparations effectively for this demographic growth in the ageing community. [2][3][4][5][6][7] The common health concerns for the elderly include cardiopulmonary disease, osteoarthritis, dementia, depression and diabetes with the loss of physical faculties such as vision, hearing and mobility. 8 The indoor air quality and thermal environment of care homes for the elderly can significantly affect the elderly residents' physiological as well as psychological health. 9,10

Renovation of old communities for public health and resilient environment based on greenery optimization and wind deflectors

“…This situation is increasingly common given that the proportion of the elderly population is increasing on the growing trend of ageing in Chinese society. 2,3 Due to the recent recurring outbreaks of the COVID-19 epidemic, the community, as the primary prevention unit of society and the place where people come into closest contact during home isolation, is an important element in the government's strategy to control the public health crises. 4 Air pollutants prevention and environmental health issues of the communities have become a major concern.…”