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AGENDA: Issue 85 | MDT

15 June 2022

This issue focuses on the secret weapon when it comes to caring for older people - our superhero multidisciplinary team! Hear from nurses, pharmacists, geriatricians, reseachers, trainees and more as they discuss how their role impacts the health of ageing adults. This content is limited to members only.

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AGENDA: Issue 84 | Future of ageing

15 March 2022

What will geriatrics look like for the next generation? From living longer with Down's syndrome to ageing without children or living with the effects of climate change, we look at what the older people of tomorrow will experience, and how we can plan ahead to optimise their health and care. This content is limited to members only.

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AGENDA: Issue 83 | Community

30 November 2021

The relaunch issue! With a brand new look, feel and name, the BGS Newsletter debuts as AGENDA, with a celebration of community services around the country working to keep older people healthy and out of hospital. This content is limited to members only.

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Delirium Hub: Introduction

24 November 2021

A series of resources which provide an introductory overview of delirium.

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End of Life Care in Frailty: Introduction and Foreword

12 May 2020

Introduction from Dr Eileen Burns, Consultant Physician and Past President of British Geriatrics Society, and foreword by Dr Sarah Russell, family carer.

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Clinical guidelines

Silver Book II: Foreword and Introduction

22 February 2021

This chapter of the Silver Book II sets out the context, scope and purpose of the publication.

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Good practice guide

Scottish Care of Older People (SCoOP) Project

20 January 2021

Scottish Care of Older People (SCoOP) is a Scottish national evaluation project focusing on care of older people across Scotland in both primary and secondary care settings.

Winter vaccines for older people

11 Jan 2023

This winter, respiratory illnesses, including COVID and flu, are prevalent across the NHS affecting both older people and the healthcare professionals who care for them. It is important for both older people and healthcare professionals to be vaccinated to give them the best chances of staying well.

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Fact sheet

BGS publishes evidence in support of proactive care for older people

30 October 2024

The British Geriatrics Society (BGS) has published evidence-based guidance to support healthcare professionals in implementing proactive care for older people with frailty.

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BGS issues stark warning to the new government ahead of winter

24 October 2024

The BGS, supported by 16 organisations including four medical Royal Colleges, has expressed grave concerns about the impact of the winter months on the health and wellbeing of older people.

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BGS Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2024

15 October 2024

The BGS Annual General Meeting will be held via Zoom on Friday 15 November 2024 at 1pm.

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BGS responds to reports of Ageing Well cuts

15 October 2024

The BGS has responded to news that the planned budget for NHS England’s Ageing Well programme has been cut by £390million (70%), as reported in HSJ.

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BGS launches #ChooseGeriatrics

26 September 2024

Today the British Geriatrics Society launches its #ChooseGeriatrics campaign. This campaign aims to ensure that the workforce caring for older people is fully and sustainably resourced, now and into the future.

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Dr Iain Wilkinson announced as new BGS Vice President Education and Training

25 September 2024

The BGS is pleased to announce that Dr Iain Wilkinson has been appointed as its next Vice President Education and Training. He will officially take up the role on 7 October 2024.

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BGS responds to Darzi Review

12 September 2024

Today Professor Lord Ara Darzi published the report of his independent investigation of the NHS in England. The BGS welcomes this report and looks forward to working with the Government and other stakeholders as the NHS Ten Year Plan is developed over the coming months.

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Dr Claire Copeland announced as new BGS Vice President Workforce

10 September 2024

The BGS is pleased to announce that Dr Claire Copeland has been appointed as its next Vice President Workforce. She will officially take up the role on 15 November 2024.

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BGS Autumn Meeting: Benefits of attending in person

28 October 2024

Blog

COVID-19 in 2024: the impact on healthcare professionals working with older people five years on

22 October 2024

Blog

The CESR Odyssey: Navigating delays, doubts and determination in geriatric medicine

16 October 2024

Blog

National Allied Health Professions Day: How geriatric physiotherapy provides person-centred care

14 October 2024

Blog

How occupational therapy can aid small changes that make a big difference to older people

14 October 2024

Blog

Swimming upstream: Working as a Frailty Physiotherapist in a Primary Care Network

14 October 2024

Blog

Technology for falls prevention in dementia: Still more virtual than reality

08 October 2024

We increasingly use technology to support us in every aspect and at every stage of our lives, and falls prevention in older age is no exception. Exergaming (technology-based exercise), virtual reality training, wearable technology and apps may all help older people avoid falling.

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Reflections on a most excellent career in geriatric medicine

03 October 2024

Blog

12 actions to help manage winter pressures

31 October 2024

As winter approaches, BGS members across the country will be considering the impact that the change in seasons will have on their patients and services. These 12 actions are intended as a guide to the core components of safe, high-quality care for older people that are transferable between care settings.

Summary

Be proactive: Evidence supporting proactive care for older people with frailty

30 October 2024

This document outlines evidence for proactive care and support for older adults with moderate to severe frailty.

Summary

BGS Position Statement on Assisted Dying

30 October 2024

This statement sets out the BGS position on assisted dying, our priorities for end of life care, and our concerns that effective legal safeguards cannot be created to protect older people from unwarranted harms.

Position statement

AGM

22 October 2024

Information relating to the BGS Annual General Meeting.

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Scottish Care of Older People (SCoOP) Project

20 January 2021

Scottish Care of Older People (SCoOP) is a Scottish national evaluation project focusing on care of older people across Scotland in both primary and secondary care settings.

Submitting abstracts at BGS meetings

16 May 2018

Details on the process of submitting an abstract to a BGS meeting.

Fact sheet

Older adult pharmacy resources

24 September 2024

The BGS Pharmacy Group have assembled a list of helpful resources to guide clinicians on medicines management and deprescribing in older adults.

Signposting

Why Geriatrics?

17 September 2024

In these videos, BGS members and their colleagues share their journeys into geriatrics, and explain why it is such a compelling and rewarding specialty to work in.

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Video/podcast

We are a Society that works hard to improve the care of older people, and supports and guides fellow professionals

- Dr Adhi Vedamurthy