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    COVID-19 Vaccines | HealthInAging.org - 3 year(s) ago

    COVID-19 Vaccines > Since early 2020, people around the world have been coping with COVID-19, the disease caused by the highly infectious SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes mild to severe respiratory illness. Cases of COVID-19 can be mild, but others can be more severe and even deadly—especially for older adults or those living with chronic health conditions.

    Source: www.healthinaging.org
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      A new video from @HealthInAging featuring AGS experts Drs. Jerry Johnson, @SharonBrangman & @AliciaArbaje provides all the information patients who may be hesitant about the #COVID19 #vaccine will want to know. https://t.co/AkDtQ5Wk9r #ThisIsGeriatrics #vaccinehesitancy https://t.co/tdStWTMtD6

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    AGS Recognizes Expert & Emerging Geriatrics Leaders at 2021 Virtual Annual Scientific Meeting - 3 year(s) ago

    @AmerGeriatrics honors expert & emerging #geriatrics leaders at #AGS21 http://ow.ly/vaTD50EBODt New York (April 30, 2021)—The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) annually recognizes researchers, clinicians, educators, and emerging health professionals who have made outstanding contributions to high-quality, person-centered care for older people. This year’s awardees include 15 healthcare leaders…

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      #ICYMI: The AGS 2021 Virtual Annual Scientific Meeting (May 13-15) will celebrate the accomplishments of more than 30 healthcare leaders championing care for us all as we age: https://t.co/a0630dK9GG #AGS21 #ThisIsGeriatrics It's not too late to register! https://t.co/PU8wLCGOa7 https://t.co/52OegymPd3

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    One Doctor's Account of Long-term Care in the COVID Era - 3 year(s) ago

    For the last 5 months, geriatrician Christian Bergman, MD, has kept a journal of what it’s been like to manage long-term care residents and staff — as well as train others — during a pandemic.

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      In November, December and March, AGS member @CBergmanMD shared his thoughts about long-term care in the #COVID19 era with @Medscape. #LTC #ThisIsGeriatrics https://t.co/KUmdtjNRxc

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    Laura Mosqueda brings COVID vaccinations to the most vulnerable - 3 year(s) ago

    USC physician Laura Mosqueda knows older patients can’t make it to mass vaccination sites. That’s why she’s administering at-home COVID-19 vaccines.

    Source: USC News
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      Many thanks to all of the members & colleagues working on vaccine distribution & homebound vaccination programs - true #geriatrics superheroes! Read about @MosquedaMD's mission to bring vaccines older adults in L.A. - https://t.co/0I33fFP5bo #ThisIsGeriatrics

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    Tip Sheet: Key Facts About the COVID-19 Vaccine | HealthInAging.org - 3 year(s) ago

    Vaccines developed by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna have been approved for use in the US. Both vaccines were 94 percent effective for preventing COVID-19 and both have started shipping. Here’s what you need to know about how a vaccine for COVID-19 will help protect you and your loved ones.

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      Do your older patients have questions about the #COVID19 vaccines? Share the newly updated @HealthInAging tip sheet & "Ask the Geriatrician" column to get them the answers they need. #ThisIsGeriatrics Tip sheet 👉 https://t.co/66grLDekvv Column 👉 https://t.co/rjTRO5FnBB https://t.co/oWRKXU73GN

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    Advancing Gerontological Nursing at the Intersection of Age-Friendly Communities, Health Systems, and Public Health - 3 year(s) ago

    Journal of Gerontological Nursing | Mounting efforts to improve care and promote healthy aging throughout society and across the care continuum have created unique opportunities for gerontological nursing practice. Population aging has invoked a multitude of responses among all levels of international and national organizations, foundations, health care, and government to meet the needs and…

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      "#Gerontological #nursing practice is well-positioned at the intersection of the growing age-friendly movement." #AgeFriendly #AFHS #geriatrics #ThisIsGeriatrics #healthsystems #publichealth https://t.co/emntzjNXqZ

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    Learning to Listen to Patients’ Stories - 3 year(s) ago

    Narrative medicine programs teach doctors and other caregivers “sensitive interviewing skills” and the art of “radical listening” to improve patient care.

    Source: www.nytimes.com
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      Something that so many of our #geriatrics colleagues know well: Narrative medicine programs teach doctors and other caregivers “sensitive interviewing skills” and the art of “radical listening” to improve patient care. https://t.co/SwFFfKeVOh #ThisIsGeriatrics #NarrativeMedicine

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    Out of sight, cleaners perform critical work in COVID ICUs - 3 year(s) ago

    The cleaners of coronavirus intensive care units are critical to preventing the spread of disease in hospitals. But their status as unskilled laborers in a behind-the-scenes role has left them out of the public eye.

    Source: Modern Healthcare
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      "We might not know how to heal a person, but we help a lot in our way, with our work. We're a chain. Our work, I consider, is absolutely necessary." #ThisIsGeriatrics #ThankYouCleaners https://t.co/Z15Cn5vEy7

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    Registration - 3 year(s) ago

    Registration for the 2021 AGS Annual Meeting is open.     Registering early for the Annual Meeting will save you time and money! Register by March 17 to receive up to $100 off your meeting registration fees.  After March 17, all registrations will be subject to the regular rate.  Note that the international attendee on-site meeting registration rate is the same as the early registration rate.

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      It WILL be, @agoroncy 👇🥰 But if our #geriatrics friends are needing some virtual ❤️in the mean time, please join us at #AGS21! https://t.co/gDipnb8hA5 #AGSProud #ThisIsGeriatrics #WeMissYou https://t.co/sU9xVi1ihc

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