New issues for social security such as lack of exercise for the elderly

New issues for social security such as lack of exercise for the elderly urgently considering measures Government at 24 May 7:00

Due to the spread of new coronavirus infection, the government is urgently considering measures to address new issues for social security such as lack of exercise for the elderly due to refraining from going out.

With many people complaining of mental and physical disorders due to the restraint of going out and prolonged leave requests, the government's all-generation social security review committee is proceeding with an analysis of the current situation.

As a result, lack of exercise may lead to a decline in muscle strength, which may lead to an increase in the number of elderly people who are in a state called "frail," which is one step closer to requiring care.

There is also concern that residents of nursing homes will be stressed by restrictions on visits with their families, and that child abuse at home and DV (domestic violence) will increase.

For this reason, at the meeting, as new social security issues have arisen, measures such as supporting businesses that create programs for the lack of exercise for the elderly and nursing facilities that provide online communication environment I'm rushing to consider.

Then, we will include concrete measures in the interim report to be compiled in July.