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    World Alzheimer report 2009

    Alzheimer's Disease International, 2009
    This Report gives an overview and analysis of the prevalence and impact of Alzheimer's disease, based on  systematic review identifying studies in 21 Global Burden of Disease (GBD) world regions. It then offers a framework of recommendations for improved understanding and treatment of the disease. Key points highlighted include:
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    International differences in longevity and health and their economic consequences

    Social and Economic Dimensions of an Aging Population, 2009
    There is a growing longevity gap between the US and Europe with no settled interpretation. This paper demonstrates that differences in observed disease prevalence can almost entirely account for this difference. The paper points that there is no “American-specific” effect on longevity, above and beyond differences in disease at age 50.
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    Eliciting individual preferences for pension reform

    CESifo, 2009
    Pension reform is nowadays in the forefront of the political agenda of many European countries. Using ireland as an example country, this paper analyses the different forces that can affect people’s evaluation of the state pension system. The main focus of the paper is to answer the following questions:
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    Small technology – big impact: practical options for development

    Academy for Educational Development, USA, 2009
    This publication, based on AED’s experience, shows examples of the practical application of small technology that have a big impact around the developing world. The authors argue that technology has dramatically changed the world whereby almost anyone can “move” at internet-speed.
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    Analysing and addressing governance in sector operations

    EuropeAid Co-operation Office, 2008
    Ensuring sustainable results with sector aid and sector programmes can be a challenge as a result of governance constraints within the sector. The importance of addressing governance weaknesses at sector level is increasingly recognized as a precondition for attaining results and achieving sustainable development.
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    A resource pack for working with older prisoners

    Department of Health, UK, 2009
    This pack and its related resources are aimed at wing-based prison staff, disability liaison officers, peer support workers and anyone else who wishes to practically enhance the day-to-day lives of older prisoners. It is produced by the UK government's Department of Health and Nacro, the crime reduction charity.
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    Working with older prisoners workshop

    Department of Health, UK, 2009
    Document to facilitate running a workshop on the special requirements of older prisoners.  It is the accompanying document that can be uses in conjunction with "A resource pack for working with older prisoners", produced by the UK government's Department of Health, and Nacro the crime reduction charity.
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    Harm reduction and human rights: the global response to drug-related HIV epidemics

    International Harm Reduction Association, 2009
    It is estimated that 15.9 million people inject drugs in 158 countries and territories around the world. Despite the proven efficacy of harm reduction interventions and endorsement by the UN bodies, uptake of strategies for harm reduction is inadequate.
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    Focusing on obesity through a health equity lens

    EuroHealthNet, 2009
    This report, published by EuroHealthNet, provides ideas and inspiration for practitioners and policy makers about counteracting obesity and improving health equity. In this report, the author describes innovative approaches and promising practices to reduce obesity by health promoting bodies in Europe at local, regional, national and European level.
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    EuroHealthNet

    EuroHealthnet is the network of health promotion and public health agencies in Europe. Its aim is to improve the health of European citizens by striving for a healthier Europe with greater health

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