Background Dementia is a leading cause of global death and disability. High-quality data
describing dementia prevalence and burden remain scarce in sub-Saharan Africa. Health …

Introduction Life satisfaction is a key indicator of successful ageing and reflects well-being.
There is evidence of the association between life satisfaction and health behaviours among …

Background Improvement in medico-social services has increased life expectancy and
population ageing in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). It was estimated that about 163 million …

This study examined the production trends and variability of grain legumes in the Global
South from 2000 to 2022, with a particular emphasis on groundnut yields and regional …

HIV affects people along the life span, and yet prevention in older adults is often overlooked.
This chapter explores HIV prevention strategies for older adults and their specific health …

Sankofa is a concept derived from the Akan people of West Africa that highlights the
importance of learning from the past to build the future. In Akan language, the African …

Background: The aging population in Nigeria presents a significant challenge to the
healthcare system, particularly in providing adequate home care. This study addresses the …

It's important to recognise extrinsic variables like poor footwear and environmental dangers
as well as intrinsic aspects like age-related physical changes and chronic diseases when it …