We're looking for a Communications Coordinator to join our growing team at the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba! Read the full job description and learn how to apply on our website: alzheimer.mb.ca/join-our-growi… #hiring #manitobajobs

13 COVID-19 associated deaths were reported for last week. And it appears that influenza is also having effects, with 1 death reported for last week too. gov.mb.ca/health/publich…

’Significant’ cash stolen from rural seniors in grandparent scams – Winnipeg Free Press winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews/2… via Winnipeg Free Press

"But we have a long way to go. Women are still being sent the message that life ends at menopause. Even the idea that it’s “impolite to ask a lady her age” is rooted in ageism and shame." ‘How old are you?’ not a scary question – Winnipeg Free Press winnipegfreepress.com/arts-and-life/…

'Pretty outraged,' Manitoba actor, filmmaker says after Hallmark Media VP accused of ageist comments Hallmark vice-president told an employee no longer with the firm to stop casting 'old people,' lawsuit claims cbc.ca/news/canada/ma…

What is the proportion of influenza deaths to COVID-19 deaths currently? Thanks for asking! This week's illustration compares annual deaths from influenza and COVID-19 in Canada. There are about 3,500 flu deaths each year in Canada. From 2022 onward, there have been at least

In this week's IFA #GlobalCafé, Dr. Tazim Virani will discuss "Ageism in the workplace." Register now: shorturl.at/KArry #IFA #AgeFriendly

Join our Minds in Motion team! We're currently hiring for a Minds in Motion Program Facilitator. You can find more information about this fun and meaningful role and learn how to apply on our website: alzheimer.mb.ca/join-our-growi… #hiring #manitobajobs

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Severe MB COVID-19 outcomes reported for last week Hospital admissions: 65 ICU admissions: 5 Deaths: 10 gov.mb.ca/health/publich…

Severe MB COVID-19 outcomes reported for last week Hospital admissions: 65 ICU admissions: 5 Deaths: 10 gov.mb.ca/health/publich…

16 current COVID-19/Respiratory outbreaks in WRHA Facilities, as of November 8. wrha.mb.ca/infection-prev…

For Older Unmarried Couples, Caregiving Obligations Can Be Murky nytimes.com/2024/11/10/hea…

Alzheimer Society supports advance MAID requests, but also good dementia care thecanadianpressnews.ca/national/alzhe… via The Canadian Press News

Covid Can Raise the Risk of Heart Problems for Years nytimes.com/2024/11/22/wel…

New look for MB respiratory surveillance report. 11 COVID-19 associated deaths for the week ending Nov 16, 2024. Vaccination rates are relatively low, with COVID-19 vaccinations being almost 10% lower than influenza for adults 65+ years. gov.mb.ca/health/publich…

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Save the date! Join the Centre on Aging May 7, 2025 for our 42nd Annual Spring Research Symposium. Centre on Aging Research Affiliates will be presenting, along with student & researcher poster presenters. Registration will open in early 2025.

There are only 6 current COVID-19 and Respiratory Outbreaks in WRHA Facilities | Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, as of November 26, 2024. wrha.mb.ca/infection-prev…

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