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To generate scientific evidence which will guide long-term policies for the improvement of health and well-being of older people in Japan. |
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To conduct research for the improvement of quality of care at home with use of the caregiver burden scale, which we have validated. |
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To evaluate the quality of institutional care for older people in need of long-term care, with reference to healthcare and welfare systems in other countries.
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To conduct research for promoting the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of geriatric diseases.
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To examine the economic burden associated with medical and long-term care expense of older people, which is aimed at redressing the current health-care insurance system.
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