17/06/2020
The pandemic has brought restrictions on people's movements worldwide, and visiting older friends and relatives hasn't been possible for many. Can video calls with older people help them feel less lonely and isolated? A recent Cochrane Review, bringing together all the available research, has explored this question. You can read more, and listen to a short podcast explaining the evidence, here: https://www.cochrane.org/news/covid-19-rapid-review-video-calls-reducing-social-isolation-and-loneliness-older-people
Cochrane Rapid Review - Video calls for reducing social isolation and loneliness in older people Many countries have introduced restrictions on people’s movement to protect them from COVID-19. Visiting older friends and relatives may not possible. Can calling Grandma with a video call help her fee...
