American Geriatrics Society

This #GivingTuesday, support our mission to educate and empower older adults and their caregivers with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive. Your donation helps us provide critical tools and guidance to promote healthy aging and informed decisions. Donate today: https://ow.ly/T22f50Uj7PV

The associations between community-wide social/environmental factors of health and mild cognitive impairment among individuals warrant investigation. This Journal of the American Geriatrics Society (JAGS) study examines the impact these factors play on cognitive impairment at the population level. Read it here:

Make your mark on the 2025 AGS Annual Scientific Meeting by submitting an abstract and nominating a colleague for an AGS award. This is your opportunity to share your research, recognize excellence, and contribute to the success of this year’s event. The deadline for abstract submissions and award nominations is Monday, December 2nd, so submit today! https://lnkd.in/gGEXTuR

Happening next week on 12/2, our Virtual Workshop: “Taking the Next Steps to Implement AGS CoCare: HELP”! This workshop is an essential opportunity if you are considering HELP at your hospital. Learn more and participate in open discussions! Full agenda and registration here:

Submit your abstract for the 2025 AGS Annual Scientific Meeting for the opportunity to present your innovative research and engage with leading experts in geriatric care. We encourage all researchers to participate. Submission Deadline Is December 2nd. For more information and to submit your abstract, please visit: https://lnkd.in/esVhiwaC

The Women’s Preventive Services Initiative (WPSI) is now accepting comments on draft recommendation updates for Screening and Counseling for Intimate Partner and Domestic Violence, Breast Cancer Screening for Women at Average Risk, and a new recommendation Patient Navigation Services for Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening. Please share your input by November 21, 2024 at https://lnkd.in/er3QqjVV #WPSI #Womenspreventiveservices #Womenshealth #Breastcancer #Domesticviolence #Patientnavigation

Are you and your patients ready for the winter uptick in respiratory illnesses? This Thursday, November 21 from 12-1 pm EST, CDC and HHS along with the American Nurses Association, the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the American Pharmacists Association, are hosting “Leading the Way to a Healthier Winter – a conversation for clinicians on flu, COVID-19 and RSV”. Register today! https://bit.ly/1121hcpvx

Committee service is an opportunity to strengthen and expand your national network, work on projects that you’re passionate about, strengthen leadership skills, and so much more. Learn more about the AGS Committees and get involved today: https://lnkd.in/ewxwZ7sX

Abstract submissions are open for the 2025 AGS Annual Scientific Meeting. This is an excellent opportunity to present your innovative research and engage with leading experts in geriatric care. We encourage all researchers to participate. Submission Deadline Is December 2nd. For more information and to submit your abstract, please visit here: https://lnkd.in/esVhiwaC

Don’t forget to join us tomorrow at 3pm ET to learn about the HHS Risk Less. Do More. public education campaign, discuss vaccine hesitancy, and better prepare yourself and patients this respiratory virus season. Register today- https://lnkd.in/eera7m7P