The ageing phenomenon is a worldwide phenomenon. It is however particularly present in some countries such as China; in 2014, people aged 60 and over made up to 15.5% (212.4 million) of the population, according a study published by the XINHUA Chinese press agency.
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The World Bank took a closer look to the ageing phenomenon worldwide, particularly towards Europe and Central Asia where ageing often comes with a demographic shrinking. A report was published to identify and point out the main opportunities and policies contributing to an active, healthy and productive Ageing.
Gigaset has presented a phone especially adapted for elderly people’s needs. Combined ergonomics and clever functions make daily use easier: the E550 phone wants to be “the best ally” for seniors, and an answer to all requirements “with great simplicity”.
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Business France organises several Business Meetings focused on different fields of activity with the aim to promote French companies abroad. Regarding Silver economt a two-day meeting will take place on October 1st and 2nd of 2015, in Toronto and Montréal.
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In France, 71% of people aged 50 years old and above take daily mediations; 45.000 people aged 70 years and above have medical prescriptions given by their doctors that exceed 10 different types of medicine per day. In fact, elderly people having several chronic diseases may need various medical prescriptions from different doctors (general practitioner,
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