What’s New in Geriatrics
The United States Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has updated its pneumococcal vaccination recommendations for adults ≥65 years old.
Pitt researcher’s work featured by U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
A University of Pittsburgh researcher was featured in a U.S. Patent & Trademark Office report for patenting a robotic strong arm that can help wheelchair users grab items.
Pitt, UPMC Selected to Open National Rehabilitation and Caregiving Training Center
The National Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Family Support will train family caregivers and improve care for people with disabilities.
Results From a Survey of American Geriatrics Society Members’ Views on Physician‐Assisted Suicide
Physician‐assisted suicide (PAS) is a controversial practice, currently legal in nine states and the District of Columbia. No prior study explores the views of the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) membership on PAS.
Pilot Grant Announcement
One-year pilot project grants to address the impact of multiple chronic conditions in older adults
Welcome: US Deprescribing Research Network
The US Deprescribing Research Network (USDeN) is a community of people united by a shared interest in improving research on deprescribing for older adults.