Oregon Geriatric Education Center

09/15/2018

Earthquakes can and do happen right here in Oregon. If you or a member of your family has special health needs, here are some ways you can prepare. You can get more info from American Red Cross: http://ow.ly/m7M030lMviw

06/28/2017

Dr. Elizabeth Eckstrom shares her passion for geriatric medicine on "Think Out Loud"

There aren't enough geriatricians to go around — about 20 in Portland — making it more difficult for aging Americans to secure one as their primary care provider.

05/16/2017

"Falls Prevention eduction: Interprofessional training to enhance collaborative practice" Published in the latest issue of Gerontology & Geriatrics Education, Issue 2
http://www.tandfonline.com/eprint/B6zaEWVBpnn7xUAnMeGK/full

(2017). Falls prevention education: Interprofessional training to enhance collaborative practice. Gerontology & Geriatrics Education: Vol. 38, No. 2, pp. 232-243. doi: 10.1080/02701960.2015.1127809

05/10/2016

Today marks the launch of BronchandNTM360social.org, an online, global social networking platform for individuals affected by bronchiectasis and/or NTM lung disease. Hundreds of thousands live with bronchiectasis and/or NTM. Do you? Join the community today: www.BronchandNTM360social.org

01/27/2016

http://nyti.ms/1OKYvPg

Amid a rising tide of older adults, there are fewer specialists to treat them. Most residents would rather do something else.

07/10/2015

July 15th webinar: Take a Stand to Prevent Falls in Oregon

Falls are the leading cause of injury death among adults age 65 and older in Oregon, and the rate is increasing as our population ages. Most falls can be prevented. Hosted Lisa Shields with the Public Health Injury Prevention program, this webinar will share the latest data, strategies, and resources on preventing falls among older adults, including how to participate in National Falls Prevention Awareness Day this year.

Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6711876739259184898

By clicking this button, you submit your information to the webinar organizer, who will use it to communicate with you regarding this event and their other services.

07/07/2015

FREE half-day "Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance" refresher trainings! July 17, 800 NE Oregon St, Portland OR

Register for morning session: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/morning-session-tcmbb-refresher-training-tickets-17278349007

Register for afternoon session: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/afternoon-session-tcmbb-refresher-training-tickets-17278458334

Sponsored by the Oregon Public Health Division, this 1/2-day refresher training with Suman Barkhas will be from 8am to 11:30am, Friday July 17. Parking is very limited, so please plan to use public transportation or pay for garage or street parking, or you may park at the Lloyd Center (10 minute wal…

06/15/2015

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is TODAY - June 15
It’s an opportunity to share information and spread awareness about abuse, neglect, and exploitation in later life. Everyone can make a difference, but together, we can unite as one nation. Take a stand against elder abuse!

http://www.acl.gov/NewsRoom/Observances/WEAAD/index.aspx

Millions of older persons are abused, neglected, and exploited. Once a year on June 15, communities and municipalities around the world plan activities and programs to recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). It’s an opportunity to share information and spread awareness about abuse, neglec…

05/29/2015

FREE webinar: "Improving Aging Services for LGBT Seniors"

This webinar from the National Resource Center on LGBT Aging will address ways to help LGBT older adults feel more included in accessing community health and social services.

Register at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8943202546939933185

Webinar organizers are prohibited from soliciting confidential personal information (credit card information, social security numbers, etc.) in the registration form. This questionnaire is not intended to handle sensitive data.

05/06/2015

Are You Asking Older Adult Patients the Right Questions?
Watch this Medscape video (login account is free) to help start a conversation between health care providers and their patients 65 and older about ways to prevent falls.
Brought to you by the CDC's STEADI initiative "Stopping Elderly Accidents Deaths and Injuries"
http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/841020

04/08/2015

FREE webinar presented by HRSA: Addressing the Needs of the Transgender Patient
April 30, 2015; 10:00-11:30am PST

This webinar aims to build competency in addressing the clinical needs of transgender patients in a culturally appropriate manner. The target audience is HRSA grantees, healthcare providers, public health officials, and advocates wanting to improve their competency in serving the needs of the transgender patients in their practices.

Register at: https://hrsa.connectsolutions.com/healthcare_needs/event/login.html