Are the rules about COVID-19 in your country fair for older people? Use this ‘Seven principles’ guide to assess whether public health measures being suggested, or used, respect the rights of older people. Download the easy-to-read version here.
1. Treating older people with respect
This means:
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Some questions to ask about the COVID-19 rules in your country:
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2. Treating older people fairly
Some questions to ask about the COVID-19 rules in your country:
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3. Making sure older people are part of the community and have the same chances as everyone else
Some questions to ask about the COVID-19 rules in your country:
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4. Making sure older people can make their own choices
Some questions to ask about the COVID-19 rules in your country:
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5. Making sure the COVID-19 rules are made in the right way
Some questions to ask about the COVID-19 rules in your country:
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6. Making sure older people can have a say about the COVID-19 rules
Some questions to ask about the COVID-19 rules in your country:
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7. Making sure the COVID-19 rules are right for older people
Some questions to ask about the COVID-19 rules in your country: