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Hong Kong's first screening tool to detect social frailty in seniors

Researchers at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University have created a community‑based screening tool designed to identify social frailty in…

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Researchers at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University have created a community‑based screening tool designed to identify social frailty in older adults, addressing the lack of objective measures for loneliness and isolation. The tool is part of a broader set of preventive approaches that also include nature‑based interventions for care facilities. By offering a simple way for frontline workers to pinpoint seniors at highest risk, the initiative aims to support early detection and targeted support for vulnerable elders.

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