Malnutrition in older adults has been recognised as a challenging health concern
associated with not only increased mortality and morbidity, but also with physical decline …

The present systematic review critically examines the available scientific literature on risk
factors for malnutrition in the older population (aged≥ 65 y). A systematic search was …

Background To date, the reported prevalence of late-life depression in China has varied
considerably, and the pooled overall prevalence of depressive symptoms among older …

Coronary heart disease (CHD) and depression are very common and often co-existing
disorders. In addition to psychological and social morbidity, depression exacerbates …

Background Visual impairment is more prevalent in the elderly and depression is common in
this population. Although many studies have investigated depression or quality of life (QOL) …

Summary Background & aims The Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition (GLIM) has
developed new criteria for the diagnosis of malnutrition. This study aimed 1) to determine …

Background Depressive symptoms are common in empty-nest elderly in China, but the
reported prevalence rates across studies are mixed. This is a meta-analysis of the pooled …

Introduction: Cognitive impairment and malnutrition are two important public health issues in
the elderly, which have been associated with their mental health. Aims: This study aims to …

Background Understanding of the mechanisms of how food insecurity and poor physical and
mental health status are interrelated with nutritional status among older adults is needed …

Background. Malaysia is predicted to become an ageing population by 2035. Malnutrition
among the elderly is one of growing concern. This study aims to identify the prevalence of …