🩺Around a third of over 65s will have at least one fall this year. Geriatrician Lucy Pollock explains why should reframe the conversation when it comes to 'having a fall' vs 'falling over'. She also has exercises to help stability. Watch in full here: bbc.in/4aEEQk6

'Frailty teams' to redirect elderly away from busy Scottish emergency departments. A great new service in Scotland - we'd encourage others to read our guide on Front Door Frailty - bgs.org.uk/FrontDoorFrail… scotsman.com/news/politics/…

Important for patients that we deliver care in the right place at the right time by teams with the right skillsets. See @gerisoc for resources/best practice example Get it right for older people & we will get it right for the NHS Dr Zubir Ahmed MP Amanda Pritchard Professor Ian Abbs The Shelford Group

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Exactly, this is why we need triple assessment at the front door - NEWS, CFS, 4AT. Will help to get the right team to the right person at the right time / institute evidence based care that delivers what matters to the individual British Geriatrics Society Royal College of Physicians Adrian Boyle UK Hospital at Home Society

Come and join our wonderful team… Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner (RANP) (Emergency)  in the MRH Tullamore - campaign is now live on rezoomo.   Closing Date 24th of February 2025.  rezoomo.com/job/75432/ IAANMP Brendan Malone HSE Dublin and Midlands NMPD Midlands

Dr Ray O’Connor takes a look at some of the most recent clinical studies on the subject of gerontology. imt.ie/clinical/you-m…

A pal & colleague Karen McGowan is hosting another "Ladies Lounge". It is a spectacular womens event. If you are in Irish Nurses & Midwives Organisation and are off on Friday you will definitely learn something at this no matter what age you are!! Mater ANP Group Carol Kelly Beaumont Hospital St James's Hospital

The future of EDITH Dr Paddy Hillery, Consultant in Emergency Medicine, outlines the next step for #EDITH—expanding to a 24/7 service with a dedicated contact point to meet growing community needs. Huge thanks to all collaborators who make this possible! #EmergencyCare #SVUH

🎂🎉 Celebrating 5 Years of #EDITH! The team cuts EDITH’s 5th birthday cake, marking a major milestone in healthcare innovation! EDITH’s success lies in preventing unnecessary hospital visits, easing pressure on emergency services & reducing strain on hospital resources. #SVUH

Honoured to launch our annual St. Patrick’s Day video. This year we pay tribute to Irish people making remarkable contributions around the world and showcasing the very best of what it means to be Irish. Enjoy it and please share it 🇮🇪 ☘️

Rather than “does she have capacity?” asks “Can she make this particular decision now?” #LeedsFrailtyEd

Older people in hospital are vulnerable. This study looked at rates of: #delirium, falls, functional decline, new incontinence. These complications strongly associated with with poor outcomes.

PNA begins industrial action in staffing numbers dispute via @RTENews rte.ie/news/ireland/2…

Pivoting and adapting- the RANP gerontology led clinic in #TUH acute floor. #AICIC25 GEDI TUH Mary Byrne Angelina Farrelly

All services should be age proofed.

Our virtual shop service at Nenagh Hospital and UHL enables patients, family and friends to purchase items such as newspapers, toiletries, confectionery, drinks & more by phone. Items are then delivered to wards.

A fantastic opportunity Candidate Advanced Nurse Practitioner (cANP): Emergency Minor Illness check out stjames.ie IAANMP School of Nursing & Midwifery, TCD Aoife Feeney

This Friday, official soccer returns to our home. We’re back under the lights at the legendary Lusitano Stadium. The reds will give it their all — but they need you there. This Friday, you’re part of the team. You’re the extra spark from the stands. Let’s fill the stadium. Let’s

GameDay‼️ ⏰: Kickoff: 7:00 PM 📍: Harrisonburg, Virginia 🏟️: Sentara Park 📺: ESPN+ 📊: stats.statbroadcast.com/mobile/?id=598… #BornToRun🐾 #SkoDawgs🦴