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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 19h

Integrated systems: Population health management outlines key considerations to guide systems wishing to use PHM approaches to support effective, frailty-attuned proactive and personalised care. Read this new part of our Integrated systems series here: buff.ly/r3Sfuvd

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

End of Life Care in Frailty - This guidance has been produced to support clinicians and others in providing high-quality care for older people living with frailty as they move towards the end of their lives.  Read the full guidance here: buff.ly/1iRd8VS

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

In 2024, we published Be proactive: Evidence supporting proactive care for older people with frailty and Be proactive: Delivering proactive care for older people with frailty. In this video, Dr Deb Gompertz and Dr Anna Folwell reflect on the Proactive care documents. buff.ly/YmsfmQL

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who contributed to our #AHPsDay theme this year. View our AHPs Day blog at buff.ly/QEB4xlD

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Happy #AHPsDay! We’re celebrating Allied Health Professions (AHPs) and the vital role they play in ensuring people receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time. AHPs from across the UK have come together to share their reflections. Discover the full collection: buff.ly/QEB4xlD

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Yesterday, our Honorary Sec and VP for Policy, Deb Gompertz, gave evidence to the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Allied Health Professionals for their inquiry into neighbourhoods. We look forward to seeing their report.

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Have you read our "Pragmatic prescribing to reduce harm for older people with moderate to severe frailty" document? It aims to support prescribing decisions for older people with moderate to severe frailty. buff.ly/Q2dLcic

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Core20PLUS5 Framework: Reducing healthcare inequalities among older people. This framework from BGS aims to help identify people who have unequal access to and experience of healthcare, and to target action to counter that inequality. buff.ly/76ULsf5

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

A case study from Hounslow, where the system is being transformed to deliver a new model of integrated primary and community care for people with frailty and other complex needs. Just one of the fascinating parts of our Integrated systems resource. buff.ly/c1XjN52

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Our 2026 Wales Autumn Meeting has begun in Wrexham. It's a great opportunity to keep up to date with the latest scientific research and the best clinical practice in the care of older people. You can still register now and watch it back online: buff.ly/sTwG9kd

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

We are pleased to endorse Clinical Guideline for Perioperative Care of People with Parkinson’s Disease, a multidisciplinary pathway guideline developed by the Centre for Perioperative Care with people living with Parkinson’s, carers and multidisciplinary clinical experts. buff.ly/fGIqpbx

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Looking to learn, connect and keep up to date in geriatrics? BGS membership brings together a community of more than 6,000 professionals with a shared interest in improving healthcare for older people. Explore BGS membership: buff.ly/6uQPGba

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Have you had a chance to read Optimising the impact of geriatricians? This report from the BGS considers how healthcare services can make the best use of the limited and increasingly scarce resource of consultant geriatricians. Read it now: buff.ly/qtWzknL

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The BGS Scotland Autumn Meeting is underway. Topics include continence, nutrition, addressing sarcopenia and wellbeing, there is something for everyone who works in older people's healthcare. It's not too late to register online, and you can watch all the content back later. buff.ly/304eMYx

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Fundraise for the BGS and help secure the future of older people's healthcare. buff.ly/UnYSwcg

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

With the Frailty and Dementia Modern Service Framework (MSF) expected to be published towards the end of this year, our latest blog explores practical steps that individuals and systems can take now to prepare for the implementation of the MSF. buff.ly/UgvsmWx

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Applications are open for the BGS Rising Star Awards until 16 October! We have three awards, given to people who show exceptional promise in research or clinical quality work within older people's healthcare. If someone you know is a Rising Star, nominate them today! buff.ly/wsEnOM0

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We are pleased to announce that Dr Susanne Arnold PhD has been appointed as the next Chair of the BGS Nurse and AHPs Council. Amanda Riley has been selected as Deputy Chair following an election by the NAHPs Council. Read the full news story: buff.ly/Op0MLEx

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

We have a new resource on eFI2 and how to use it as a frailty screening tool at a practice, neighbourhood or population health level. Combined with other frailty identification measures, eFI2 can help delay the progression of frailty by allowing timely, targeted interventions. buff.ly/2ZKUhb5

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Great to see so many people at our Cardiovascular and POPs conferences in Leeds this week. Don't miss our other upcoming conferences over the next fortnight: Scotland Autumn Meeting, 2 October, Glasgow and online: buff.ly/304eMYx Wales Autumn Meeting, 9 October, Wrexham and online: buff.ly/9TF2nVn

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Wishing everyone attending our Cardiovascular and POPS conferences a great couple of days in Leeds. You can still register to view the online streams for both events: buff.ly/0H6eln8

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

For #FallsAwarenessWeek, Dr Alasdair MacRae and Professor Dawn Skelton from the BGS Falls and Bone Health SIG Committee write for the BGS blog. Dawn's blog: buff.ly/uwtnvcI Alasdair's blog: buff.ly/uwOnBSw

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

One week left to apply to be our Social Care Lead! We're seeking a committed and enthusiastic BGS member with expertise in healthcare and social care to become our new Social Care Lead. Applications close on 29 September. buff.ly/EivqZm2

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

BGS membership brings together 6,000+ professionals with a shared interest in improving healthcare for older people. Access free CPD-accredited learning, member discounts to events, Special Interest Groups, Age and Ageing and more throughout the year. Explore BGS membership: buff.ly/6uQPGba

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

We are delighted to announce that the winner of the Marjory Warren Lifetime Achievement Award 2026 is Dr Rhian Morse! We look forward to presenting Rhian with her award at our Autumn Meeting. Congratulations, Rhian! Read our news story and interview with Rhian: buff.ly/NVbanAw

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

We're seeking a committed and enthusiastic BGS member and clinical lead with expertise in healthcare and social care to become our new Social Care Lead. Help us strengthen our influence in crucial areas where the two sectors meet. The deadline is 29 September. Find out more here: buff.ly/EivqZm2

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

The Certificate in Geriatric Medicine (CGM) launches in 2027. It is a stand-alone qualification awarded by the Royal College of Physicians and developed with the British Geriatrics Society. Find out more on our new CGM page: buff.ly/7Flft2M

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

In 2024, we published 'Reablement, Rehabilitation, Recovery: Everyone’s business', our report which sets out what high-quality rehabilitation for older people with frailty looks like, and how it should be delivered. Read the report to learn more: buff.ly/UWXiHNQ #RehabAwarenessWeek #RightToRehab

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Applications are open for the BGS Rising Star Awards until 16 October. We have three awards, given to people who show exceptional promise in research or clinical quality work within healthcare for older people. If someone you know is a Rising Star, nominate them today! buff.ly/wsEnOM0

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

The BGS welcomes the new report from the National Audit Office today about patient flow through hospitals. Read our response here: buff.ly/rCxKoa6

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

We are delighted to announce that Professor Vicki Goodwin MBE has been appointed the next BGS Vice President Research and Academic Development. A physiotherapist by background, she will be the first non-medic to take on the Vice President role. Read the full story to learn more: buff.ly/D1hiIQH

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

We're seeking a committed and enthusiastic BGS member and clinical lead with expertise in healthcare and social care to become our new Social Care Lead. Help us strengthen our influence in crucial areas where the two sectors meet. Apply by Tuesday 29 September. Find out more here: buff.ly/c9lCWai

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Applications are open for the BGS Rising Star Awards! We have 3 awards, given to people who show exceptional promise in research or clinical quality work and have the potential to be leaders in older people's healthcare. If you know a Rising Star, nominate them before 16 October. buff.ly/wsEnOM0

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Our Yorkshire and North East region is hosting an online conference next week focused on rehabilitation and deconditioning. You don't need to be based in the region to attend. Find out more: buff.ly/RFolgyf

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

New BGS report: Optimising the impact of geriatricians Health and care systems across the UK are facing sustained workforce constraints at the same time as demand from an ageing population continues to rise. buff.ly/iDl1ruj

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Congratulations to Frailty Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Teresa Ferreira, for becoming our 6,000th member this summer. If you work in older people's healthcare and want to join our growing community, find out more here: buff.ly/iWaziVv

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

One month until our Cardiovascular and POPS conferences in Leeds! Find both conferences on our events page: buff.ly/JUmzZWu

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Have you visited the BGS Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) Hub? CGA is the term used to describe a structured multidisciplinary approach offering gold standard care for older adults. A clear, concise, evidence-based set of resources. buff.ly/GWUqVDX

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Did you know we offer group membership to healthcare professionals (excluding medics)? Group members get all the benefits of individual membership except voting rights and grant eligibility. It's cheaper, and it's paid for by your institution. Find out more: buff.ly/iWaziVv

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Need more BGS in your life? Follow our WhatsApp channel for news, updates, and resources. buff.ly/Q8Kujjr

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

The BGS is now on JustGiving. We are a membership organisation, but we are also a charity. You can help us secure the future of older people's healthcare by fundraising as you might for any other charity, be that by running a marathon or hosting a bake sale. buff.ly/icxRD0w

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Dementia in the Community, the first module in a new microlearning series, Healthcare in the Community, is now live. The course is free if you are a BGS member and provides an introduction and overview of dementia, its management, and community care strategies. Find out more: buff.ly/ScgIy3e

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

We're getting ready for an autumn of events. Take a look at what's coming up and register your place: buff.ly/JUmzZWu

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The BGS is now on JustGIving. We are a membership organisation, but we are also a charity. You can help us secure the future of older people's healthcare by fundraising as you might for any other charity, be that by running a marathon or hosting a bake sale. buff.ly/icxRD0w

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Dementia in the Community - new microlearning course from the BGS. This course provides an introduction and overview of dementia, its management, and community care strategies. Group purchase is also available for 10 or more users in the same organisation. Find out more today: buff.ly/ScgIy3e

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Dementia in the Community - new microlearning course from the BGS. We are pleased to announce that the first module in a new microlearning series, Healthcare in the Community, is now live. As with all our elearning and microlearning, this course is free if you are a BGS member. buff.ly/ScgIy3e

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