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Check out the societal changes expected to reshape the healthcare industry by 2035.

After over a thousand years of tradition, the iconic "Naked Men" festival in Japan's Iwate prefecture has come to an end mainly due to an aging population and dwindling participation. End of tradition: The final iteration of the festival, known locally as Sominsai, was held on Feb. 17 at Kokuseki Temple in Oshu, Iwate prefecture, reported ANN. This year’s event attracted approximately 9,000 attendees participating in different cultural rituals.

Kokuseki Temple to replace 1,000-year-old event with prayer ceremonies

The Philippines dialysis market is experiencing a steady beat, driven by the rising prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and an aging population. Ken Research's "Philippines Dialysis Market Outlook" report predicts a resilient 5.3% CAGR, propelling the market size to a promising $510 million by 2027. This press release unpacks the key drivers, challenges, and exciting prospects shaping this critical healthcare sector.

Ontario will see a spike in demand for home-care workers over the next few years as its population of seniors increases sharply, according to a new report by health economists. 

In rapidly aging societies across Asia, governments look to elderly workers as a solution to shrinking labor forces.

Recruiting enough workers to care for Arizona's aging population will be a challenge without the help of immigrants to bridge the gap.

Study indicates a higher prevalence of neurocognitive disorder among older individuals, those with lower educational attainment.

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Gaining fame: The octogenarians, known as Suni and the Seven Princesses, are taking social media by storm since their first performance in a community center in August last year. "It feels like I'm getting younger ... Even if I'm old, I'm excited," Park Jeom-sun, the 81-year-old leader of the group, told Reuters. About the octogenarians: The hip-hop group originates from Chilgok county in North Gyeongsang province, South Korea.