Self-neglect among older people on the rise

Self-neglect among older people is on the rise, an expert has warned.

Self-neglect among older people on the rise
Wed, 30 Oct, 2019 - 17:03
Evelyn Ring

Self-neglect among older people is on the rise, an expert has warned.

Poor personal hygiene, malnourishment and vermin-infested living conditions are among the signs of self-neglect.

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