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“I am Indira Gandhi’s grand- COVID-19 doesn’t only infect Lungs daughter, not an undeclared BJP spokesperson like but also Kidneys: Experts say some of the oppo- sition leaders,” 25-50% of the people infected with COVID-19 reported to develop Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi symptoms of Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) Vadra says, as she alleges that UP The unprecedented COVID-19 He further adds, “In situations where govt is threatening her through vari- pandemic has almost opened a pando- shifts in fluid balance and metabolic ous departments for speaking truth ra’s box. Besides other challenges, it fluctuations are poorly tolerated and has been testing the current health- in situations where other extracorpor- Sunder pitchai care systems. Among the COVID-19 eal therapies are required, CRRT can CEO google said: Immigra- DMK leader MK Stalin says fail- infected people, quite a few have devel- be used as an integrated system and is ure of govt in producing proper oped kidney abnormalities in other- preferred over parallel systems, as was tion has contrib- uted immensely evidence resulted in acquittal of wise healthy kidneys. A few patients highlighted by a recently published to A meric a’s the prime accused in Shankar even developed Acute Kidney Injury retrospective cohort study. [5] In the economic success, murder case. (AKI), a condition known to impact As per earlier reports of SARS and study, it was found that 36 COVID-19 MERS-CoV infections, Acute Kidney making it a global survival of patients. patients requiring invasive mechanical leader in tech, and Thank you for all Injury (AKI) had developed in 5 to 15 ventilation, where CRRT was asso- Also, a recent report of the Interna- per cent cases, but about 60 to 90 per also Google the company it is today. ciated with a reduction in mortality the Supporters tional Society of Nephrology (ISN) cent of those cases reported mortal- Disappointed by today’s proclama- than those treated without CRRT. reveals that of the people infected ity. While the preliminary reports of tion - we’ll continue to stand with However, the potential role of extra- immigrants and work to expand South with COVID-19, 25-50% of them COVID-19 patients suggested a lower used for a collection of acute dialysis opportunity for all. were seen with Kidney abnormali- incidence (3 to 9 per cent) of AKI, corporeal therapy techniques needs to techniques can support these patients be evaluated by the treating physician.” ties, which manifested as a substan- the later reports indicated a higher for 24 hours in a day especially to Indian Voice tial leak of protein and blood in urine, frequency of kidney abnormalities. the critically ill patients suffering Experts are unanimous that acute resulting in the development of AKI A study of 59 patients with COVID- with AKI or having overwhelming dialysis techniques such as CRRT may Enter 7th Year in close to 15% patients, hinting that 19 found that about two-thirds of immune response. also be effective in treating patients COVID-19 also attacks the kidney. [1] with COVID-19 and sepsis syndrome With Your’s patients developed a massive leak of “Previous studies [2, 3, 4] show that “Effect on the kidney is secondary protein in urine during their stay in irrespective of their kidney function. CRRT had been successfully applied Considering the ongoing scenario and » to hypoxia or cytokines released by hospital”, says Dr. Suresh Rao, Inten- in the treatment of SARS and MERS » India asks Pakistan not to inter- provide self-employment oppor- the increasing rate of kidney involve- rogate or harass Indian officials tunities to the migrants returning the covid19. It is generally perceived sivist, MGM, Chennai. illnesses related to previously known ment due to COVID- arrested in Islamabad: Sources to the state in view of COVID19 that COVID-19 types of viruses are The current treatment of COVID- coronaviruses, which also manifested as pandemic. borne from respiratory systems — 19 with AKI includes general and respiratory illnesses. At relatively higher 19, such extra-corporeal therapies »» Pakistan’s Charge d’affaires was Lungs, but a growing body of evidence supportive management and kidney doses, it can help clear the immune may play an important role in the summoned to the Ministry of »» Troops of Indian Army in a joint shows that COVID-19 also attacks replacement therapy. In the absence toxins, thus suggesting CRRT may treatment of severely ill patients. Right External Affairs and was issued operation with Assam Police appre- the kidneys either directly or medi- of effective antiviral therapy with play a role in patients with COVID- treatment by the experts at the right demarche on the reported arrest hended two cadres of NSCN(IM) ated by excessive immune response smaller proportion requiring acute 19 with AKI or high immune toxin time can save the lives of the infected of two officials of the High near Ledo in Tinsukia District seen in severe COVID-19 patients or urgent dialysis, Continuous Renal load”, says, Dr. NGK Gopal Neph- people who are battling between life Commission of India in Islama- of Assam and not just the lungs. Replacement Therapy (CRRT) a term rologist, TNMSC, Chennai. and death. bad as reported in the Pakistani »» Police send notice to Delhi Minor- media:3. Manipur urges Centre ity Commission chief Zafarul HDFC Bank, A.R. Rahman & Prasoon Joshi present to stop passenger flights to Imphal Islam Khan for joining probe in from June 18-28 to clear backlog of sedition case COVID-19 tests and ease conges- » tion at state’s quarantine centres » Protests were held in Kathmandu on Monday against Oli government HumHaar Nahi Maanenge »» Uttarakhand Chief Minister Triv- with students demanding an end endra Singh Rawat has sanctioned to corruption and slamming the A musical tribute to the nation fighting COVID-19 a total amount of Rs 110 crores government over its “inefficiency” to all the district of the state to in handling COVID-19 situation. , May : HDFC Bank today tion makes a difference and the bank together for a noble cause and we released #HumHaarNahiMaanenge appeals to one and all to contribute. hope it inspires the nation to come (we will not give up), a collaborative It will also contribute Rs 500/- together too. Kudos to HDFC Bank song of hope. The single is a tribute each time the song is shared via social for committing to donate to the PM to the indomitable spirit of India and media as this small action will have CARES Fund for every share of this Supreme Court bench led by J. L Tamil Nadu Nageshwara Rao hears a batch of pleas millions of Indians who are stand- a multiplier effect on the amount music video,” said composer A.R. Wilson: Fundamental right violation ing together to fight the COVID-19 seeking to restrain the Centre from is when law prevalent in state of TN that is being contributed towards the Rahman. proceeding with all India counsel- pandemic. PM-CARES Fund from HDFC Bank. is not being implementedSC: We are “We have created several memorable ling for UG and PG medical courses, not going to entertain writ petition. The song is composed by Oscar Earlier this month, HDFC Group without following 50% reservation for and Grammy Award-winning musi- contributed Rs 150 crore towards the pieces of work. And I am glad that Approach the HC under Article 226 HDFC Bank is partnering with us in OBC quota in Tamil Nadu. J Rao: (to cian A.R. Rahman, and the lyrics are PM-CARES Fund. Adv @PWilsonDMK appearing for Wilson: affected persons cannot penned by noted poet and lyricist, these unprecedented times. Though @dmk ) Which fundamental rights approach court. Certainly political “As a socially responsible corporate this is not the most ideal of circum- Prasoon Joshi. The track also brings citizen we want to do the best that have been violated? parties will come forward to repre- stances for creativity but as artists we together an ensemble of musicians we can for our nation,” said Ravi sent them.Senior Advocate P. Wilson from all over India. have to break through adversity and Wilson: Right to reservation is keeps arguing Santhanam, Chief Marketing Officer, a fundamental right Wilson: We The featured artists include renowned HDFC Bank. “Music is universal; it catch the finger of hope. are asking for MCI provisions to be J Rao: If you argue more, we’ll names such as Clinton Cerejo, Mohit ful, emotional track reminds people lifts the spirit and soothes the soul. My poem is centred around the followed. Not asking court to add throw it away Chauhan, Harshdeep Kaur, Mika that we are in this together and we Through this tribute we want to touch thought of the un-putdownable spirit reservation. OBC reservation not Bench: We will give you liberty to go Singh, Jonita Gandhi, Neeti Mohan, will get through it together. The song the heart of every person in the coun- of us humans. We have much to learn, being implemented. before the High CourtJ Rao observes Javed Ali, Sid Sriram, Shruti Haasan, brings to fore the many moments of try and let them know that they are but together we will surmount the SC: Article 32 is available only for “ It is good to see that all political Shashaa Tirupati, Khatija Rahman kindness, hope, support, courage and not alone. Together, we will emerge odds, we won’t give up,” said noted violation of FR. We assume you are parties from Tamil Nadu are on the and Abhay Jodhpurkar. India’s premier care that are shining through in these stronger. Right now, every contribu- all interested in fundamental rightd same platform for the same cause.” percussionist Sivamani, sitarist Asad challenging circumstances. tion, bolsters the nation’s effort to fight poet and lyricist Prasoon Joshi. of the citizens of Tamil Nadu.J. Rao: All petitions withdrawn with liberty Khan and bass prodigy Mohini Dey Through this track, HDFC Bank the pandemic. We salute the undying Together with HDFC Bank, this Right to reservation is not a funda- are also part of this esteemed project. spirit of our countrymen and reiterate to approach Madras HCRight to wants to show its solidarity and campaign has been conceptualised mental right reservation not a fundamental right, The song was conceptualized as support to the nation by encourag- our commitment to help and support and executed by their creative agency to defeat COVID-19.” J. Rao-- you should withdraw it and Supreme Court observes in plea against a clarion call to spread hope, posi- ing more and more people to donate partner Kinnect and digital media go before TN HC. You’re only inter- Centre’s refusal to implement 50% tivity and motivation. The power- to PM-CARES Fund. Every dona- “This song has brought all of us firm Qyuki. ested in 50% reservation in state of OBC quota for medical seats COVID-19 AND LABOUR LAW COMPLIANCE Chennai, May : Aparajitha Corpo- raj Krishnan, Managing Director, Today’s webinar was more of an important and relevant labour law Incorporated in the year 2000, Aparajitha’s cost-effective solutions rate Services Private Limited, the coun- Aparajitha Corporate Services Private advisory from a Compliance perspec- facets to be kept in mind in the pres- Aparajitha Corporate Services Private are designed to address all the current try’s No. 1 company for Compliance, Limited said, “Over the past month tive on how to minimise the impact ently volatile scenario. Limited is today India’s No.1 Company and future compliance requirements organised a ‘60 Minutes Compliance’ or so, COVID-19 has completely of the slowdown on the workforce.” for Compliance. With presence in all of companies. webinar to discuss the impact of the The ’60 Minutes Compliance’ webi- changed the way Corporates used to The Webinar, which saw registration the states and union territories across The operations and services are COVID-19 lockdown on Labour Law conduct their businesses… not just nars are in line with Aparajitha’s the country, Aparajitha is well recog- of more than 1000 participation by continuous endeavour in bringing guided by professionalism and prin- Compliance. in India, but globally. individuals comprising of HR profes- nised as a Pan-India expert in deal- knowledge enhancement to organi- ciples that stem out from Aparajitha’s The webinar was aimed towards sionals, mid & senior level person- ing with the complexities of Labour Given the current scenario, while sations, given the fact that the co-ex- core values and business ethics of benefitting the companies and their the lockdown is the best decision to nel from Corporates across various Law and Industrial Law compliances. integrity, trust, continuous learning Human Resource fraternity by provid- industry sectors, was moderated and istence of Labour and Capital is of be taken to ensure health and safety of paramount importance at all times, The company’s 1400 plus clientele and partnering progress. The compa- ing several guidelines in order to help the people, an economic slowdown is addressed by Mr. K. Varadan, Chief ranges from Start-ups to Industrial ny’s goal is to build enduring long and more so when posed with a global them survive through the COVID- inevitable on account of several busi- Consultation Officer, Aparajitha Giants to Multinational Companies term relationships with their clients challenge such as COVID-19. 19 crisis. nesses across sectors being severely Corporate Services Private Limited. to reputed Corporate houses across by partnering with them for mutual Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Naga- affected. The webinar highlighted the extremely About Aparajitha industries, regions and segments. growth and benefit. 2 English&Tamil Weekly 16-06-2020 - 23-06-2020 Mary Poppins is one of Walt Shri Piyush Goyal reviews the Disney’s greatest achievement Quality Council of India Walt Disney is one of the most Besides, simply producing the film, influential film producers of all time. however, Disney was involved, person- Minister says that Quality is going to define India’s future With characters like Mickey Mouse, ally and creatively, in the development Delhi, June : Shri PiyushGoyal, primarily for promoting and protecting the Gap Analysis in skills in the coun- Donald Duck, Pluto, Minnie Mouse of the character, costumes, music and Minister of Commerce and Indus- interests of the nation and its citizens. try, and suggest means to fill the gap. and many more being his creative animation of the film- his interactions try has said that Quality is going to Lauding the QCI for growing expo- The Minister said that the large train- achievements, Walt Disney’s legacy with the Mary Poppins series writer define India’s future. Reviewing the nentially in last few years and devel- ing infrastructure set up for offline remains unsurpassed even today. Pamela Travers is documented in the performance of the Quality Coun- oping a large bandwidth for activities training in the Government sector film ‘Saving Mr. Banks’. Apart from these classic characters, cil of India(QCI) today through the across the sectors and streams, the may not be required in the future, Disney is also credited for producing The movie has a number of memora- Video conference, Shri Goyal said that Minister said the march must go on and online training may prove to be a lot of iconic live-action films and ble songs like Chim chimmeny, which Aatmanirbhar Bharat will grow and in an uninterrupted manner. He said more effective, and affordable. The characters, of which, one of the biggest won an Academy Award for Best Song, prosper on the basis of quality indig- that QCI has taken many initiatives Minister emphasized on the fact that of his career was none other than the and Feed the Birds, which was so close enous products and services. He said during the lockdown period, but the the quality evaluation and certifica- prim and proper, umbrella-wielding to Disney, it was played at his funeral. that quality consciousness will have to real challenge and opportunity lies in tion should be rational, transparent, British nanny Mary Poppins. All of the above achievements has led percolate to the level of the common the post-Covid era. reliable, and free from any manipu- man, and quality culture imbibed and In 1964, a live adaptation of Mary Mary Poppins inducted into the ‘list Shri Goyal said that the future is lation or malpractices. The quality Poppins, from the popular book series of iconic characters’. cultivated in all aspects of our life. going to usher in a new way of life, standards should be of high class andimplementable. was released as a fantasy musical After a long gap, the sequel Mary Michael Banks and this package guy Quality Council of India is a with new norms. No aspect of human comedy, starring acclaimed actress Poppins Returns was finally released. rudely interrupts me. She said your non-profit autonomous society, under life, be it social, family, economic etc He said the QCI and GeM (Govern- Julie Andrews donning the ‘practically Beloved actress Emily Blunt picked face is like so funny. It’s all this stuff the Department of Promotion of Indus- is going to remain untouched with ment e-Marketplace) should join hands perfect’ outfit of Mary Poppins. The up the umbrella of the titular charac- that I think that British people find try and Internal Trade (DPIIT), with this new Norm. The new Norm will to ensure that all high value products film was critically acclaimed and was ter for the sequel. When asked about call for new quality standards in all really funny.” the mandate to establish an accred- on the GeM portal are quality certi- considered as Walt Disney’s crown- what she loved about the character, itation structure in the country and fields, including education, health, fied. He also stressed on the urgent ing live-action achievement, garner- Emily stated “I do quite like the vanity. The record breaking 54-year-old to spread quality movement in India shopping, services. need for evolving quality standards ing the only Best Picture nomination, I mean the really self-indulgent vanity gap between the Mary Poppins and by undertaking a National Quality He called upon the QCI to study in the education, health, hospitality, Disney witnessed during his lifetime. it just makes me laugh so much and Mary Poppins Returns is considered Campaign.The Mission of QCI is to the best practices evolving in other transport, packaging, food process- The film went on to win 5 Academy I think she is terribly rude. I like that to be one of the longest gaps in cinema lead nationwide quality movement countries for the post-Covid era, and ing, MSME sectors. Shri Goyalcalled awards and was even selected by the too, she just doesn’t care. history. Upon release, the sequel was in India by involving all stakeholders adopt them in India, after taking into upon the QCI to help the private United States National Film Regis- My sister was saying to me last night showered with praise and was dubbed for emphasis on adherence to quality account various aspects and local situ- sector also in adopting the quality try to be “culturally, historically, or at the premier she likes it when I am as the reason to dismiss the belief that standards in all spheres of activities ation. He also asked the QCI to do standards and practices. aesthetically significant”. waiting at the bank and I want to see ‘sequels are never good as the original’. Neuberg Diagnostics Flash Back DEMYSTIFIES FLU vs COVID-19 Chennai, May : Neuberg Diag- and how to distinguish them from ally, washing with soap and water is nostics Private Limited, a StartUp coronavirus symptoms. While interact- best, for at least 20 seconds (hand in the PathLab chain segment, has ing with the participants, he provided sanitizer with at least 60 percent alco- conducted an online patient educa- clarity on various aspects of COVID- hol will do if the soap is unavailable). tion program on demystifying FLU 19 and highlighted that people in the Speaking on the occasion, Ms. vs COVID-19, as the symptoms of flu older age group and people who have Aishwarya Vasudevan, Group COO, can be easily mistaken for COVID- an underlying chronic conditions Neuberg Diagnostics Private Limited 19 and can create panic in people’s such as diabetes, asthma, hyperten- said, “We understand staying indoors mind. Neuberg is the first Lab Chain sion or are immune-compromised for and cutting down on social interactions in India, whose 4 facilities have been any reason are at higher risk. 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For example: a masks, washing your hands frequently from all walks of life and age groups relative has just delivered, let only one need to become a habit especially for ranging from 21years to 80 years family member be with the patient our Senior citizens.” I’m pleased that at across the country. The webinar was Limiting the outside visitors: For Neuberg Diagnostics, we are encour- addressed by Dr. Prabhurami Reddy aging the use of webinars and PEP (MBBS, MRCP – UK), Consultant – now, people should restrict access of visitors to their house and make a Talks(Patient education programs) Internal Medicine, NEO Clinic. Dr. virtually by recognized medical experts house rule that the first thing anyone Reddy spoke about how symptoms of to keep the public informed on the does when someone walks into the flu can be easily mistaken for corona- health related situations so that they virus and vice versa. house is to wash their hands. may take informed decisions, she He explained the symptoms of flu Maintaining Hand Hygiene: Gener- added. Stay safe India YAY! adds yet another exciting pit-stop in the kid’s vacation with a spook-fest of brand new Paap-O-Meter episodes and movies The ghost trio of the popular show Paapometer are back to enthrall kids with a unique combination of nail-biting sequences with rib tickling comedy Mumbai, May : Ever heard of ghosts entries where kids could choose their unique laugh-out-loud ghost comedy PAL, a genre leader in rural Hindi who make kids “Laugh out loud” stories that they would want to see and KickO and Super Speedo – a tale speaking markets (HSM) showcasing with their antics and at the same time on ‘Paap-O-Meter’ and the hearten- of a super-kid and his super gadget car the best of Hindi general entertain- teach a lesson or two? 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Interesting to note, was that 62% The meeting was further continued by of those who felt confined were the PARAMETERS: Mr. Edwin Babu, who talked about Young Old between 60-69 years, »» Sample Size: 5099 elder respondents (Urban: 2639, Rural: 2460). the survey taken by HelpAge on Elder where the feeling of frustration & abuse in the country. Five eminent confinement might have been higher, »» Age Groups: 60 - 69 years (Young Old), 70 – 79 years (Old Old) and panelists joined the meeting. as this section of the aged are more 80 years & above (Oldest Old). Thiru. K. Rajasekar, Member Secre- able bodied and active, as compared »» Gender: 57% Males and 43% Females. tary, Tamil Nadu State legal services to the Old Old, those between 70-79 authority gave Inaugural Speech and years (31%) and Oldest Old, those FINDINGS: released the Nationwide Survey “ The above 80 years (7%). »» 91% of the respondents were aware of the signs and symptoms of Elder Story: Ground reality during On an awareness level, it was inter- COVID 19, while 9% were unaware. COVID 19” & Book on “Ageing & to provide better solutions for the in the survey, as 65% of India’s elders esting to note that 91% of elders were »» The hard reality that most elderly in India still have to work in order Poverty in India” authored by Mathew future especially for those elderly who lost their livelihood during the COVID aware of the signs and symptoms of Cherian, CEO, HelpAge India. are economically deprived and who 19 lockdown. 67% were in the age to survive, is brought out by the fact that 65% elder respondents stated COVID 19. As to the source of how that COVID 19 lockdown impacted their livelihood, and they had Dr. Uma Kalyani, Sr. Asst. Profes- have become marginalized, unheard group of 60-69 years, a stark 28% in this awareness was generated, 52% and unseen after having worked all the old-old category (70 – 79 years) no Work or faced a drastic loss in their wages. Of these, 60% were sor, Geriatric Medicine talked about elders attributed it to Family & Rela- from rural areas, while 40% was from urban areas. the care and precautions that elders their lives.”- said Mathew Cherian. and 5% in the oldest-old age group tives. A point that must be noted here, » should follow during the epidemic Meanwhile, the Findings from the (80 plus). Rural Elderly were harder is that most elders are not digitally » Of those elders whose livelihoods had been impacted, 67% were in session. Thiru R.T. Namasivayam, HelpAge Nationwide Survey released hit with, 61% of those affected being literate, so it would be safe to assume the age group of 60-69 years, a stark 28% in the old-old category Vice President, Federation of Senior today, focusing on elders during the from rural areas, while 39% from that access to digital & online media (70 – 79 years) and 5% in the oldest-old age group (80 plus). That’s citizen Association of Tamil Nadu COVID 19 lockdown, hits home hard, urban areas. would have been limited. more than 30% of elders over the age of 70 years whose livelihoods were impacted. spoke about Isolation of Older People as elder vulnerabilities are brought “The elderly are facing a triple struggle The top 3 major Fears elders had during COVID 19. to fore. – along with high health risk, many are during the lockdown, were clustered »» 71% elder respondents stated that the livelihood of the breadwin- Mr. P.S. Srikumar, CEO, Carefinder “I used to work as a part-time maid, battling survival due to loss in income, in common responses - 38 % had the ner of their family was impacted (loss of work /wages) by the lock- talked about the challenges faced but since the lockdown began, my and further coping with challenges of Fear of getting infected by Covid 19, down. Of these, 61% were from the rural areas, while 39% were by senior citizens during lock down employers have told me there is no social isolation. Most elderly in India Fear of its spread through Socializ- from urban areas. period in finding people for Caregiver/ need to come. I have no children, have to work to make ends meet, as ing & Loss of Income, 34% feared »» A disturbing 62% of the elder respondents reported suffering from domestic work. He also gave a talk no other source of income, how will there is no universal social security Economic loss, fear of Starvation & chronic diseases such as asthma, hypertension, diabetes, cancer etc. about isolation and psychological and I survive.” – said Mira Devi (name system. Most of them are unskilled, No Work, and 12% had fear of Trav- Of these, 53% were from rural, and 47% from urban areas. physical problems faced by the senior changed), 72 years, Delhi. casual workers, mostly from the unor- elling, fear of Community Spread and citizens during lock down. ganized sector, who earn a meagre their Low Immunity levels. »» 42% elders reported worsening of health condition during the “We are a family of vegetable vendors, lockdown. Of these, 64% respondents were from the rural areas daily wage to survive. These people Elders had were very clear on their Mr. P. Rajkumar, Director, Vuyiroli my son worked as a labourer, but due as compared to 36% from urban areas. 61% were young-old, 31% were hit hard by the lockdown. needs and had some clear Suggestions Old Age Home talked about the precau- to the lockdown there is no work and old-old and 8% oldest old. tions every old age home should take no source of income for daily wage The elderly risk being forgotten and for the Government - more than 60% in preventing the Covid 19 entering earners. It is very difficult to survive unsupported when they require help elder respondents mentioned Pension »» 78% elders faced difficulty in accessing essential goods and services the homes. He also emphasized the and with scarcity of food and increas- the most. There is a need for special and as their top need, while 50% wanted due to the lockdown nationally. Amongst the total rural respondents, use of Residential care takers over the ing prices, even buying basic ration coordinated action plan for elderly by Medicines & Healthcare needs to be 84% elders faced difficulty in accessing essential good & services Day-Care Care Takers, as the might be is becoming difficult” – Vallamani the government, supported by commu- addressed. The HelpAge India team on and amongst the total urban elderly it was 71%. the potential carriers of Corona Virus. (name changed), 67 years, Hyderabad. nity and family - said Mr. Rohit Prasad, the ground and Elder Helpline (1800- »» The top 3 essential goods & services elders had difficulty in access- 180-1253) team has been reaching out Chief Operating Officer, HelpAge ing during the lockdown, were in clusters of the following common WEAAD PROGRAMME - National, “I used to work as a school teacher. I to disadvantaged & vulnerable elders, India”- said Mr. Rohit Prasad, Chief responses: Access to Food, Groceries & Medicines, followed by Access June 15, 2020 have very little savings. I was depend- the homeless & destitute, those living Operating Officer, HelpAge India. to Domestic Help/ Household Maid and the third being Access to ent on private tuitions for survival. I in urban slums & villages. Marking ‘World Elder Abuse Aware- A disturbing 62% of elder respond- Banking / ATM services. ness Day’, HelpAge India today released can’t afford any rent, so I stay with my relatives, who verbally abuse me, ents were suffering from chronic In both rural & urban India, HelpAge » Findings from a Nationwide Survey has been providing them with the » 61% respondents felt confined & socially isolated in their homes I have to fend for myself. diseases such as diabetes, asthma, during the lockdown. Here the rural-urban distribution was equal. “The Elder Story: Ground reality cancer, hypertension etc. 42% elders much needed rations, meals for survival, during COVID 19” delving into the If you see me now, I have become a medicines, masks, hand wash, sani- Interesting to note, was that 62% of those who felt confined were reported worsening of health condi- the Young Old between 60-69 years, where the feeling of frustra- impact & challenges faced by India’s skeleton, as I eat very less in order to tion during the lockdown. Of these, tizers and counselling anxiety ridden elders during the Lockdown phase. A save food and other essential things. elders through the helpline along with tion & confinement might have been higher, as this section of the 64% elders were from the rural areas aged are more able bodied and active, as compared to the Old Old, book on ‘Ageing & Poverty in India’ I feel very depressed and lonely, as as compared to 36% from urban areas. provided them much needed essen- authored by Mathew Cherian, CEO, there is no one to talk to and listen to tials items they were unable to access. those between 70-79 years (31%) and Oldest Old, those above 80 HelpAge India was also launched. me, that’s why I called your helpline, Due to the lockdown, 78% elders The need on ground is immense and years (7%). if you have time to talk with me” – faced challenges accessing essential the elderly the hardest hit. »» The top 3 major Fears elders had during the lockdown were in a clus- The book highlights the elder situ- goods and services nationally. Amongst ation in India, provides first hand said Namita Mishra (name changed), ter of 3 categories: 38 % had the Fear of getting infected by Covid the total rural respondents, 84% elders HelpAge has reached out to over insights and brings onboard the vast 67 years, Bihar. 19, Fear of its spread through Socializing & Loss of Income, 34% faced difficulty in accessing essential 6 lakh elders across the country and on-ground experience and expertise feared Economic loss, fear of Starvation & No Work, and 12% had “I stay alone, my children are settled good & services and 71% amongst provided them relief and support of the author. “This book is not an fear of Travelling, fear of Community Spread and their Low Immu- in the US. I need my medicines regu- the total urban elderly. across 125 districts in 25 states. armchair exposition, but born out of larly but with the lockdown I am nity levels. About HelpAge India: two decades of experience and under- unable to go out being a senior citizen. The top 3 essential goods & services »» In major Suggestions for the Government, more than 60% elder standing the plight of economically What do I do?” – said Indira Aggar- elders had difficulty in accessing during HelpAge India is a leading chari- respondents mentioned Social Pension as their top need, while 50% weaker older people in rural areas wal (name changed), 75 years, Indore. the lockdown, were in clusters of the table organization working with and wanted Medicines & Healthcare needs to be addressed. and urban areas. These are just some of the elder voices following common responses: Access for older people in India for the past to Food, Groceries & Medicines, At the same time, fear and insecu- from the ground. A well-known fact, 42 years. It runs healthcare, age care ment in formation of policy related followed by Access to Domestic Help/ rity among them is becoming more is that 90% of India’s elders belong to and livelihood programs throughout to the elderly. In disaster situations, it For more information contact: Household Maid and the third being acute in urban areas. The Book is the unorganized sector, they have to the country & advocates strongly for looks not only at relief, but also reha- Mr. V. Siva Kumar, being written to share experiences continue to work in their later years Access to Banking / ATM services. the cause of the elderly and fights for bilitation measures, so elders are left State Head - Tamil Nadu with the hope to make life better in in order to survive. 61% respondents felt confined & their rights. empowered and able to self-sustain HelpAge India old age, averting an old age crisis and This became even more pronounced socially isolated in their homes during It also advises & facilitates the Govern- themselves in the long run. 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