2015, Number 3
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Rev Mex Ing Biomed 2015; 36 (3)
Gerontechnology: rapid review and global trends
De la Torre F, Morales D, Quiroz CP
Language: Spanish
References: 10
Page: 171-179
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ABSTRACT
Current demographic and epidemiological transitions being experienced by several regions in the world, including
Mexico, are challenging the sustainability of health systems, leading to the development of new approaches to care
for the elderly population. The core strategy is focused on healthy aging where increased life expectancy is free
of disability. Gerontechnology intended to help reduce the problems of seniors that involve transitions of aging
by supporting the implementation of the core strategy. Conducting rapid review in gerontechnology shows that
the Netherlands and United States top the list of countries promoting research and gerontechnologic developments
worldwide, with 14 and 10 publications respectively. Mexico contributes to the generation of knowledge in the field
with one publication. Worldwide the trend is the generation of multidisciplinary groups with science professionals
on Sociology, Demography (Gerontology) in conjunction with professionals in the areas of Communication and
Information Technology (Technology); having as main objective the support and organization in care of the elderly
in the domains of Housing and Activities of Daily Living.
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