Facts and Fallacies in Age-Related Diseases
22.12.2023
In the seminar organized by Pamukkale University Denizli Vocational School of Health Services through the online Teams platform, issues related to old age were discussed by expert speakers.
The seminar informed the participants by providing a comprehensive overview of old age and aging. In addition to the students, the event had a wide online participation.
Delivering the opening speech of the event, Lect. Bengisu Belirdi Özkurt discussed the concepts of aging and aging in depth and shared the definition, classification and statistical data of these processes. Participants had the chance to understand the scientific dimension of aging. Afterwards, Lect. Büşra Değirmenciler focused on the health status of elderly individuals by presenting a broad perspective on "Common Diseases Related to Old Age". Participants gained comprehensive information about common health problems encountered in old age. The participants, who were informed about the definitions, symptoms and treatment methods of diseases, increased their awareness of current developments in the field of health.
Finally, Lect. Şeref Duhan Altuğ informed the participants about the importance of physical activity in the aging process, the basic elements of healthy aging and practical recommendations on "Healthy Aging and Physical Activity". Participants were made aware of the role of physical activity in maintaining a healthy life.
The event was finalized with the opinions and contributions of the participants after the speaker presentations. Pamukkale University Denizli Vocational School of Health Services thanked the participants at the end of the event and stated that it aims to continue sharing information with similar events.
Delivering the opening speech of the event, Lect. Bengisu Belirdi Özkurt discussed the concepts of aging and aging in depth and shared the definition, classification and statistical data of these processes. Participants had the chance to understand the scientific dimension of aging. Afterwards, Lect. Büşra Değirmenciler focused on the health status of elderly individuals by presenting a broad perspective on "Common Diseases Related to Old Age". Participants gained comprehensive information about common health problems encountered in old age. The participants, who were informed about the definitions, symptoms and treatment methods of diseases, increased their awareness of current developments in the field of health.
Finally, Lect. Şeref Duhan Altuğ informed the participants about the importance of physical activity in the aging process, the basic elements of healthy aging and practical recommendations on "Healthy Aging and Physical Activity". Participants were made aware of the role of physical activity in maintaining a healthy life.
The event was finalized with the opinions and contributions of the participants after the speaker presentations. Pamukkale University Denizli Vocational School of Health Services thanked the participants at the end of the event and stated that it aims to continue sharing information with similar events.
