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NEWSLETTER 2012 Vol. 19 No.9

LET US ACT TO ENHANCE RESEARCH AND AWARENESS IN

AGEING ISSUES FOR THE FUTURE

Toulouse, July 13, 2012

SSuummmmaarryy Editorial………………………………………………………………………………page 2 IAGG’s 1st Africa Regional Congress…………………………………………….page 4 IAGG’s 20th World Congress in Seoul…………………………………………….page 6 A bid for IAGG’s 22nd World Congress….…….………………..…………………page 8 ICSR2012 - the Sarcopenia Conference..…...……………………………………page 9 IAGG / WHO / SFGG Workshops………………………………………………….page 10 2013 Busse Research Awards……………………………………………………..page 11 ISG*ISARC2012 - a short report………………………………….………………..page 12 IAGG’s Global Aging Research Network (GARN)……………...……;;;..……….page 13 IAGG and the United Nations……………………………………………………….page 14 IAGG’s Intensive Course on Ageing – a short report…………………………….page 17 A Master Class on Aging in Hong Kong…………………………………………...page 18 IAGG’s Global Initiative in Diabetes Mellitus………………………………………page 19 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day………………………………………………..page 20 IAGG Europe: “Senior Generation 2012” - a short report………………….…….page 21 Administration…………………………………………………………………………page 22 Publications……………………………………………………………………………page 25 Other IAGG news…………………………………………………………………….page 26 Other news worldwide……………………………………………………………….page 28

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Bruno Vellas, MD (1), John E. Morley, MB, BCh (2) 1) IAGG President, Chair Gérontopôle, Toulouse-Purpan University Hospital, 170 Avenue de Casselardit, 31000 Toulouse, France

2) Dammert Professor of Medicine and Director, Division of Geriatric Medicine, Saint Louis University School of Medicine, 1402 S. Grand Bld, M238 St. Louis, MO 63104, USA

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Geriatric medicine was implemented in many countries in the 1980s due to the discharge of many older adults with multiple pathologies, cognitive impairment and severe disabilities to emergency departments. In fact, at that time nobody was capable or wanted to care about these older adults with severe disabilities. For these reasons, most of the departments of geriatrics were created at that time. Most were based in sub-acute and long-term care to take care of these patients. Since then, geriatric medicine has grown in many countries and now there are acute care units, day hospitals, mobile teams and memory clinics worldwide. However, today in most of these centers geriatric physicians are dealing with patients with already severe disabilities at a stage which is often not reversible. Almost 95% of the geriatric force is involved in care for already dependent older adults. We need, of course, to continue to take care of these individuals with severe disabilities, but moreover, we need to take care of the pre-frail and frail older adults. It is an absolute necessity if we want to prevent rapid disability in our aging population, and if we want to anticipate it to promote more efficient care. Pre-frail and frail older adults are those following the Fried criteria who have a sedentary life, an involuntary weight loss, low physical activity, exhaustion, low strength (1-7). If they have one of the Fried criteria, they are pre-frail; if they have 3 or more, they are frail (1). Frail older adults are more likely to become dependent, but today they are not really taken into consideration by our health care systems. We need, in collaboration with the family physicians, to take up this challenge. To do so, we need a targeted, strong and sustained intervention. �� TTaarrggeettiinngg tthhee pprree--ffrraaiill aanndd ffrraaiill oollddeerr aadduullttss To do this we need a simple tool to be used by family practitioner and other health professionals to screen those at risk of being frail. The IANA tool (a simple 5 questions) recently validated by Morley et al. is a good example (4). Another example is the tool used in the Gérontopôle Frailty Clinics (see in Appendix 1). It is useful to keep the subjective assessment of the physician if we want to keep him/her involved in the interventional process. �� IImmppoorrttaanntt iinntteerrvveennttiioonn To have a real impact the intervention must be strong. To do this a complete geriatric assessment of the pre-frail and frail patients is necessary to be able to diagnose some age-related disease at a pro-dromal stage, where it is still possible to cure the patient: e.g., early stage of macular degeneration, glaucoma, hearing impairment, mild cognitive impairment, sarcopenia (8.9) or loss of mobility. It is also an opportunity to have this population benefit from new drug trials in pro-dromal Alzheimer’s disease in an early stage of sarcopenia for example. The evaluation must use specific tools to do most accurate diagnosis of potential age-related diseases. This assessment must include also social, health, economic and psychosocial assessment, as well as the evaluation of the deficit accumulation (10). �� AA ssuussttaaiinneedd iinntteerrvveennttiioonn Because the aging of this population will still increase, we need to have long-term and sustained intervention. Physical exercise, cognitive exercise, nutrition intervention, social services will be needed in association with the detection and treatment of age-related diseases. A recent study showed that even in older frail persons with hip fracture, a sustained resistance exercise program for one year can improve outcomes (11). More standardization of these multi-domain interventions is an important domain for further research. We need to find a compromise between very strong interventions which will be accepted by few frail older adults and too light interventions usually not strong enough to have a real impact. �� The IAGG (International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics) (http://www.iagg.info/) and the GARN (IAGG’s Global Aging Research Network) (http://garn-network.org/index.php) have already taken and will take further initiative in this domain. They have pointed out the need to concentrate on aging-in-place to prevent premature nursing home placement (12). We really need to implement pre-frail and frailty in usual geriatric care worldwide. If we are able to recognize and treat frailty in our clinical practice, it will be a new area for geriatric medicine. At this time, we will be able to develop high level clinical research on biomarkers, imaging and new treatment approaches. Multi-domain or multimodal intervention will be most probably necessary. At the same time, some actions have to be implemented to prevent iatrogenic hospitalization if these frail older adults have to be hospitalized (13). This move of geriatric medicine in the pre-frail and frail will be cost effective and can give a new rebound for geriatrics (14).

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1. Fried LP, Tangen CM, Walston J, Newman AB, Hirsch C, Gottdiener J, Seeman T, Tracy R, Kop WJ, Burke G, McBurnie MA; Cardiovascular Health Study Collaborative Research Group. Frailty in older adults: Evidence for a phenotype. J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci. 2001;56:M146-M156. 2. Abellan van Kan G, Rolland Y, Houles M, Gillette-Guyonnet S, Soto M, Vellas B. The assessment of frailty in older adults. Clin Geriatr Med 2010;26:275-286. PubMed PMID: 20497846. 3. Abellan van Kan G, Rolland Y, Andrieu S, Bauer J, Beauchet O, Bonnefoy M, Cesari M, Donini LM, Gillette Guyonnet S, Inzitari M, Nourhashemi F, Onder G, Ritz P, Salva A, Visser M, Vellas B; International Academy on Nutrition and Aging (IANA) Task Force. Gait speed at usual pace as a predictor of adverse outcomes in community-dwelling older people. J Nutr Health Aging 2009;13:881-889. 4. Morley JE, Malmstrom TK, Miller DK. A simple frailty questionnaire (FRAIL) predicts outcomes in middle aged African Americans. J Nutr Health Aging, in press. 5. Abellan van Kan G, Rolland YM, Morley JE, Vellas B. Frailty: Toward a clinical definition. J Am Med Dir Assoc 2008;9:71-72. 6. Abellan van Kan G, Rolland Y, Bergman H, Morley JE, Kritchevsky SB, Vellas B. The I.A.N.A. Task Force on frailty assessment of older people in clinical practice. J Nutr Health Aging 2008;12:29-37. 7. Nourhashemi F, Andrieu S, Gillette-Guyonnet S, Vellas B, Albarede JL, Grandjean H. Instrumental activities of daily living as a potential marker of frailty: A study of 7364 community-dwelling elderly women (the EPIDOS study). J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci 2001;56:M448-M453. 8. Chumlea WC, Cesari M, Evans WJ, Ferrucci L, Fielding RA, Pahor M, Studensky S, Vellas B; International Working Group on Sarcopenia Task Force Members. Sarcopenia: Designing phase IIB trials. J Nutr Health Aging 2011;15:450-455. 9. Fielding RA, Vellas B, Evans WJ, Bhasin S, Morley JE, Newman AB, Abellan van Kan G, Andrieu S, Bauer J, Breuille D, Cederholm T, Chandler J, De Meynard C, Donini L, Harris T, Kannt A, Keime Guibert F, Onder G, Papanicolaou D, Rolland Y, Rooks D, Sieber C, Souhami E, Verlaan S, Bamboni M; International Working Group on Sarcopenia. Sarcopenia: An undiagnosed condition in older adults. Current consensus definition: Prevalence, Etiology, and consequences. J Am Med Dir Assoc 2011;12:249-256. 10. Singh NA, Quine S, Clemson LM, Williasm EJ, Williamson DA, Stavrinos TM, Grady JN, Perry TJ, Lloyd BD, Smith EU, Singh MA. Effects of high-intensity progressive resistance training and targeted multidisciplinary treatment of frailty on mortality and nursing home admissions after hip fracture: A randomized controlled trial. J Am Med Dir Assoc 2012;13:24-30. 11. Tolson D, Rolland Y, Andrieu S, Aquino JP, Beard J, Benetos A, Berrut G, Coll-Planas L, Dong B, Forette F, Franco A, Franzoni S, Salva A, Swagerty D, Trabucchi M, Vellas B, Volicer L, Morley JE; The International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics/World Health Organization/Society Française de Gérontologie et de Gériatrie Task Force. International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics: A global agenda for clinical research and quality of care in nursing homes. J Am Med Dir Assoc 2011;12:184-189. 12. Rockwood K, Mitnitski A. How might deficit accumulation give rise to frailty? J Frailty Aging 2012;1:8-12. 13. Lafont C, Gérard S, Voisin T, Pahor M, Vellas B; Members of I.A.G.G./A.M.P.A. Task Force. Reducing “iatrogenic disability” in the hospitalized frail elderly. J Nutr Health Aging 2011;15:645-660. 14. Rodriguez-Mañas L, Féart C, Mann G, Viña J, Chatterji S, Chodzko-Zajko W, Gonzalez-Colaço Harmand M, Bergman H, Carcaillon L, Nicholson C, Scuteri A, Sinclair A, Pelaez M, Van der Cammen T, Beland F, Bickenbach J, Delamarche P, Ferrucci L, Fried LP, Gutierrez-Robledo LM, Rockwood K, Rodriguez Artalejo F, Serviddio G, Vega E; on behalf of the FOD-CC group (Appendix 1). Search for an Operational definition of frailty: A Delphi method based consensus statement. The Frailty Operative Definition-Consensus conference project. J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci 2012;67:___-___.

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IAGG is proud to announce the organization of the 1st Africa Regional Congress “Ageing Africa: Beyond Madrid+10” that will take place on October 17-20, 2012 in Cape Town, South Africa. The conference will bring together researchers, policy makers, geriatric medicine and care practitioners, civil society role players, and other relevant stakeholders from across Africa and further abroad. More generally, it will be an opportunity to overview the current situation and perspectives of ageing Africa, to raise awareness on regional needs and expectations, and to promote involvement in all aspects of ageing issues in this part of the world.

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Richard Blewitt, CEO, HelpAge International Dr. Alex Ezeh, Executive Director, African Population and Health Research Center Professor Alain Franco, Secretary General, IAGG Dr. Alexandre Kalache, President, International Longevity Centre Brazil Rosemary Lane, United Nations Focal Point on Ageing Professor Wolfgang Lutz, Head, World Population Program Commissioner Lawrence Mushwana, Chairperson, South Africa Human Rights Commission Thokozile Ruzvidzo, Director, African Centre for Gender & Social Development, UN Economic Commission for Africa Professor Collette Suda, Secretary for Gender and Social Development, Kenya Professor Bruno Vellas, President, IAGG Representative, Office of the High Commissioner on Human Rights, United Nations

TThhee SScciieennttiiffiicc PPrrooggrraamm contains four plenary sessions, and three parallel tracks of symposia and paper

sessions, as well as a half-day inter-disciplinary symposium on “Geriatric Care in Africa”. Vital issues will be discussed during this event and the program will provide a unique platform for - appraising Africa’s progress in the implementation of MIPAA and the AU Plan - studying the major challenges and drivers that have shaped progress in policy action on older persons and impacts in Africa - raising the opportunities that the individual and population ageing hold for development in Africa - developing knowledge about the scope and determinants of older persons’ vulnerability to poverty, exclusion and ill-health - detail how families sustain care & cohesion between generations in rural & urban contexts, & how can they be supported - outlook on the roles that new technologies can play, & how should health & social protection systems be reoriented to aging populations.

TTooppiiccss will include

PPaarrttiicciippaattiioonn aanndd DDeevveellooppmmeenntt 1.1. Risk, vulnerability & oId age poverty in Africa 1.2. Social Inclusion & contribution of older persons 1.3. Rural ageing: hardship & benefits 1.4. Old age in African cities 1.5. Generations, power and politics in Africa

EEnnvviirroonnmmeennttss aanndd CCoommmmuunniittiieess 3.1. Environments, design, technology & ageing 3.2. Emergencies, conflict, climate change & older persons 3.3. Family caregiving for older people 3.4. Understanding & addressing elder abuse in Africa

HHeeaalltthh aanndd HHeeaalltthh CCaarree 2.1. Nutrition and health in old age in Africa 2.2. Ageing and HIV/AIDS 2.3. The “big five” geriatric syndromes: epidemiology and responses in Africa

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OOppeenniinngg PPlleennaarryy The aims of MIPAA and the AU Plan are to enhance the well-being of older people in Africa. Through the voices of a spectrum of older men and women, the opening plenary will provide for critical reflections on the impact of implementation of the plans on the lives of older Africans. In so doing, the session will bring key perspectives into focus for reflection and discussion during the remainder of the Conference.

PPlleennaarryy PPaanneell II:: HHeeaalltthh aanndd SSoocciiaall PPoolliiccyy AAccttiioonn oonn AAggeeiinngg iinn AAffrriiccaa Drawing on analyses by high-level representatives of global, inter-governmental and civil society bodies, the panel will examine contexts, barriers and drivers that shape health and social policy action on ageing in the continent. Directions and opportunities will be identified for advancing action in these domains in the coming years.

PPlleennaarryy PPaanneell IIII:: HHuummaann RRiigghhttss aanndd OOllddeerr PPeerrssoonnss iinn AAffrriiccaa This panel will assess regional developments on human rights of older persons in Africa, and identify key challenges to, and opportunities for ensuring their realisation within national policy and social contexts. Discussion will identify a role, moreover, for Africa in advancing the global initiative on a UN convention on human rights of older persons.

CClloossiinngg PPlleennaarryy A prestigious International Longevity Centre (ILC) Robert Butler Memorial lecture will be given in this Plenary to honour the legacy and contribution of Dr Butler to our understanding of challenges and opportunities of longevity, health and ageing for societies and individuals. Invited speakers will then reflect incisively on outcomes of the Conference, and propose agendas to advance knowledge and action on ageing in Africa. A detailed provisional program of symposium sessions is available on the dedicated website. The Convened symposia will treat the following topics: �������� Participation and Development �������� Health and Health Care �������� Environments and Communities

SSppeecciiaall SSyymmppoossiiuumm oonn GGeerriiaattrriicc CCaarree A special half-day symposium on Geriatric Care in Africa is

scheduled on October 20, 2012 aimed particularly at practitioners in Geriatric Medicine and old age care. Sessions in the symposium will address key challenges, latest developments and cutting edge approaches for the medical, health and social care of older persons in Africa. It will concern: 11.. Osteoporosis and falls 22.. Management of non-communicable diseases in older persons: specific clinical considerations 33.. Extra pyramidal disorders in older persons 44.. Management of bladder and bowel disorders 55.. Current concepts in the management of delirium 66.. Legal perspectives in the practice of Geriatric Medicine Your contact: deidre.raubenheimer@uct.ac.za or visit the dedicated website at http://www.iagg.cmc-uct.co.za

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Early bird registration: until July 20, 2012 Late Registration fees apply from 20 July 20, 2012 to 20 October 2012 Online registration closes: October 10, 2012

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The Federation of Korean Gerontological Societies (FKGS) is organizing IAGG’s 20th World Congress on June 23-27, 2013 at the Seoul Convention and Exhibition Centre. The Korean team is currently working hard to organize and promote this event and we thank them for their heartfull involvement.

AA ccaallll ffoorr ssuubbmmiitttteedd ssyymmppoossiiaa:: ddeeaaddlliinnee AAuugguusstt 3311,, 22001122 You are invited to submit your proposal on the following topics: Main themes

Biological Science �Clinical Medicine Social & Behavioural Science Research, Policy and Practice Guidelines for submitted symposia

11.. Each symposium should have three to four speakers for a total of 90 minutes. 22.. Proposals, only in English, must be submitted only online. 33.. To facilitate the review process, please pay careful attention and complete all application fields. 44.. Submission for participation on symposium (as speaker or organizer) is limited to two per person. 55.. It is assumed that the first author will be the presenter. 66.. By submitting a proposal at IAGG Seoul 2013, authors are assumed to give consent and authorize the organizers to publish or submit for the publication the abstract and paper, and to include them in any congress publications. 77.. All communication with the congress secretariat will be done exclusively by the main organizer. 88.. After the congress, the accepted papers will be published in the online proceedings on the congress website. 99.. All speakers are required to register and pay the registration fee before the end of May 2013 in order to confirm their presentation. Failure to do this could result in loosing your presentation slot. Important dates � Notification of acceptance: September 2012 � Notification of presentation schedule: October 2012 � Final list of accepted proposals: October 2012 Visit the website http://www.iagg2013.org/ to download symposia submission guidelines and to submit online.

AA ccaallll ffoorr oorraall oorr ppoosstteerr aabbssttrraaccttss:: ddeeaaddlliinnee OOccttoobbeerr 3311,, 22001122 The Scientific Program Committee cordially invites you to submit abstracts for oral and poster presentations. Abstracts should be submitted online. All abstracts will be reviewed by the Scientific Program Committee and assigned to the appropriate session for oral and poster presentations. Abstract Topics Topics for Oral & Poster presentations are open to all fields related to ageing. The details of the different categories listed on the website at http://www.people-x.com/homepage/IAGG/data/IAGG2013_Abstract_Category.pdf

Biological Sciences Ageing Models & Other Systems Anti-ageing Cellular Senescence Immune and Ageing Longevity and Centenarians Mechanisms of Ageing Metabolic Ageing Oxidative Stress, Exercise & Hormesis Systems Biology of Ageing & Other New Technologies

Social & Behavioral Science Health (and Function) Social Policies Social Participation Social Relationships Social Rights Living Environment (Age-friendly) Personal Development Theory and Methods Others

Clinical Medicine Principles of Geriatrics Geriatric Syndromes Organ Systems and Diseases

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RReeggiissttrraattiioonn ddeeaaddlliinneess Early bird: October 2012 to December 2012 Regular: January 2013 to April 2013 Late: April 2013 to June 2013

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TThhee FFoonnddaattiioonn IIPPSSEENN LLoonnggeevviittyy PPrriizzee Fondation Ipsen is a French scientific foundation, created in 1983, developing mainly three types of activities: international meetings tracking progress in biomedical research, publications (proceedings, newsletter and brochures), prizes awarded in recognition of outstanding works in various domains. One of them is the Longevity Prize, awarded annually to biologists, geneticists, gerontologists, psychologists, demographers, statisticians, etc. Recipients are selected by an international jury chaired by George Martin and currently composed of Judith Campisi, James Carey, Eileen Crimmins, Caleb Finch, Bernard Forette, Bernard Jeune, Jean-Pierre Michel, Jean-Marie Robine, Jacques Treton, and Bruno Vellas. Prestigious scientists have been awarded this prize since 1996: Caleb Finch, Vaino Kannisto, Roy Walford, John Morley, Paul & Margret Baltes, Justin Congdon, George Martin, James Vaupel, Linda Partridge, Michael Marmot, Cynthia Kenyon, David Barker, Gerald McLearn, Jacques Vallin, Judith Campisi, and Thomas Kirkwood. Meet the 2013 award winner and discover his oral communication at the Seoul World Congress.

TThhee DDiiaabbeetteess MMeelllliittuuss ssyymmppoossiiuumm Diabetes Mellitus is a major global metabolic disorder of the 21st century and affects almost every cell in the body and essential biochemical processes that cause severe effects on health. The rapid growth of diabetes has become a major burden upon healthcare facilities in all affected countries and IAGG has accepted to promote the Global Initiative in Diabetes Mellitus. The main components of this first phase of the initiative will be centred around providing high quality educational material in relation to diabetes via an online resource (read further). See the material presented during the symposium chaired by Prof Alan SINCLAIR (Luton, UK) at 01:00pm on Monday June 24, 2013 at the Seoul World Congress.

TThhee BBuussssee RReesseeaarrcchh AAwwaarrddss To promote international research in gerontology, two awards will be granted during the World Congress in Seoul. In recognition of significant contributions to aging research one award will recognize a scientist from the social/behavioral sciences; the other, a scientist from the biomedical sciences. These awards are supported from an endowment made by Gerontology International in honor of Ewald W. Busse, M.D., past president of the International Association of Gerontology and founding director of the Duke Aging Center. This endowment is administered by the Duke University Center for the Study of Aging and Human Development (see more information further) Meet the 2013 award winners and discover their oral communications at 05:00pm on July 25th, 2013 at the Seoul World congress.

AAccccoommmmooddaattiioonn The Local Organizing Committee will reserve selected hotels in different categories for

congress participants. Also, home-stay programs will be provided as an option not only for participants from developing countries and students, but also for those who want to experience Korean culture and make Korean friends. Bookings for accommodation and home-stay: October 2012 to May 2013 Of course, should you have other specific needs, please contact the IAGG 2013 Secretariat (seoul@iagg2013.org) who will be happy to assist. All the details on the website at http://www.iagg2013.org/

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22002211 As you know IAGG's 20th World Congress will take place in Seoul from July 23-27, 2013 and 22002211

San Francisco will host the next meeting in 2017. Time has come to prepare the XXIInd INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION

OF GERONTOLOGY AND GERIATRICS World Congress of Gerontology and Geriatrics in 22002211.

IAGG National Society members are invited to present a bid for this event. IAGG Headquarters would be pleased to receive

a proposal, that should include information on the following components:

11.. A description of the general approach and possible theme for the IAGG World Congress

22.. An indication of the capacity of the host society to stage it

33.. A venue where the IAGG World Congress would be held

44.. An indication of likely or actual sources of financial support necessary for holding a Congress

55.. Letter/s of support from relevant professional bodies (e.g., Host society, IAGG's Regional Secretariat or Member

Societies) or government instrumentalities

66.. Peripheral, satellite or other special events that might be held in conjunction with the 22nd IAGG World Congress

The proposal to host a World Congress of the IAGG should place emphasis on the scientific aspects of the Congress, as well

as the infrastructure and capacity to support the Congress. Information regarding likely appeal stemming from local tourist

attractions is secondary to the information that should be submitted with your bid. All relevant materials should be provided to

the IAGG Secretariat no later than DDeecceemmbbeerr 3311,, 22001122.

Prior to the Seoul Congress

• you may wish to contact the Congress President, Prof Heung Bong CHA at the Executive Secretariat of the Organzing

Committee (iagg@iagg2013.org) about distribution of any materials during that Congress.

At the time of the Congress in Seoul

• a representative of the host society should be prepared to present the bid during a Council meeting. This should entail a

presentation of no more than ten (10) minutes (inclusive of any audio-visual material), highlighting the six (6) key

components above;

• if desired, copies of the bid (or an abbreviated form of it) and promotional materials can be provided to all members of

Council during the Council meeting

If you require updated information on all the members of the IAGG, kindly visit the IAGG website (http://www.iagg.info). For

further questions, contact IAGG headquarters at seynes@cict.fr and we look forward to receiving your proposal.

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Under the auspices of IAGG’s

Global Aging Research Network

(GARN), the Institute on Aging of

the University of Florida will host

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Sarcopenia trials

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clinical trials

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dysregulation in the Elderly.

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The IAGG, WHO (World Health Organization) and SFGG (Société Française de

Gériatrie et de Gérontologie) have decided to join to organize four different international workshops from 2010 to 2013.

Worldwide specialists are invited to present their works and make final recommendations involving major age-related issues.

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WWoorrkksshhoopp nn°°11 oonn ““NNuurrssiinngg HHoommeess”” was held in Toulouse, France in June 2010 and was dedicated to

“Identification of the main relevant domains for clinical research and quality of care in nursing homes”. Upload the final

recommendations at http://www.iagg.info/education-research/papers

WWoorrkksshhoopp nn°°22 oonn ““DDeemmeennttiiaa”” took place in January 2011, at the WHO headquarters of Geneva.

Participants worked to define recommendations on “Health promotion program on prevention of late onset dementia”. Upload the related papers and articles at http://www.iagg.info/education-research/papers

WWoorrkksshhoopp nn°°33 oonn ““FFrraaiillttyy”” concerned “Promoting access to innovation and clinical research for frail old

persons”. It was scheduled on January 20 & 21, 2012 in Athens, Greece. CCoo--cchhaaiirrss:: IIsslleennee AARRAAUUJJOO DDEE CCAARRVVAALLHHOO ((WWHHOO)),, GGiilllleess BBEERRRRUUTT ((SSFFGGGG)),, AAtthhaannaassee BBEENNEETTOOSS ((IIAAGGGG)) HHoowwaarrdd BBEERRGGMMAANN (Canada) Frailty: Searching for a relevant and evidence based framework MMaatttteeoo CCEESSAARRII (France) Is it possible to define frailty? Which criteria in 2012? LLuuiiss MMiigguueell GGUUTTIIEERRRREEZZ (Mexico) How to include the social factor in determining frailty? AAnnttoonniioo CCHHEERRUUBBIINNII (Italy) Scales to quantify frailty LLeeooccaaddiioo RROODDRRIIGGUUEEZZ MMAANNAASS (Spain) “Frailty Operative Definition-Consensus Conference" Project KKeennnneetthh RROOCCKKWWOOOODD (Canada) How might deficit accumulation give rise to frailty? CCoorrnneell SSIIEEBBEERR (Germany) Biological markers of frailty AAllffoonnssoo CCRRUUZZ--JJEENNTTOOFFTT (Spain) Is sarcopenia the best determinant of frailty? JJeeaann--PPiieerrrree BBAAEEYYEENNSS (Belgium) Interest of assessment of frailty in the prevention campaigns and screening FFrrééddéérriiqquuee RREETTOORRNNAAZZ (France) Evaluation of frailty in cancer aged patients: Clinical interest and tools LLiiaanngg--KKuunngg CCHHEENN (Taiwan) Taking into account frailty in treating older patients with cardio-metabolic diseases A total of 54 participants exchanged in a very constructive manner on the different topics treated. The results of the

workshop will be distributed shortly on the IAGG website.

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aanndd OOllddeerr PPeerrssoonnss”” will be organized on October 17, 2012 during the African Regional congress in Cape

Town, South Africa. The broad purpose of the workshop is to bring together key International and African government and civil society role-players in order to discuss and identify approaches for connecting and creating synergy between African regional and national-level endeavours and agendas on human rights of older persons and the global movement toward an international UN convention on the rights of older persons. To this end, deliberations will focus on two critical questions: 1/ What country-level activities can be developed to foster a greater engagement of African governments with global, UN-level mechanisms in pursuit of an international convention? 2/ How can the forging of a case for a UN convention build on the rationales, experiences and processes that are underpinning the development of regional instruments on the rights of older persons such as Africa and Latin America and the Caribbean?

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To promote international research in gerontology, two BBuussssee RReesseeaarrcchh AAwwaarrddss wwiillll bbee ggrraanntteedd aatt IIAAGGGG’’ss XXXXtthh WWoorrlldd

CCoonnggrreessss ooff GGeerroonnttoollooggyy aanndd GGeerriiaattrriiccss iinn SSeeoouull,, KKoorreeaa,, JJuunnee 2233--2277,, 22001133. In recognition of significant contributions to

aging research one award will recognize a scientist from the social/behavioral sciences; the other, a scientist from the

biomedical sciences. These awards are supported from an endowment made by Gerontology International in honor of Ewald

W. Busse, M.D., past president of the International Association of Gerontology and founding director of the Duke Aging

Center. This endowment is administered by the Duke University Center for the Study of Aging and Human Development.

The purpose of these awards is to recognize the achievements of late junior or mid-career scientists and to encourage their

continued contributions to aging research. Awardees will receive certificates and an award of $6,000 (appropriate taxes will

be deducted). Awardees must be present at the Congress to receive their awards and present a lecture based on their

research. In addition to the prize, recipients will receive up to $3000 each for travel/living expenses for the Congress.

Candidates for these awards must be nominated and two seconders are recommended. Nominations must be written in

English and completed in accordance with the following instructions:

1. Completion of an application form (may be uploaded and reproduced on IAGG website (http://www.iagg.info);

2. A statement (max 1,000 words) that summarizes the candidate’s research contributions and the significance of those

contributors;

3. Candidate’s Curriculum Vitae;

4. Reprints of 3-5 important scientific publications by the candidate.

Please mail six copies of all items to meet receipt deadline of OOccttoobbeerr 11,, 22001122,, to Dr. Harvey Jay Cohen at the address

below. E-mailed applications will not be accepted. Additional material may be requested by the Jury Chair or Secretary.

Processing dates of the nominations and selection of awardees follow:

•• October 1, 2012: Deadline for receipt of nominations

•• January 4, 2013: Notification of Awardees

•• June 23-27, 2013: Presentation of Awards

For further information, please contact:

Harvey Jay COHEN, M.D., Jury Chair

Busse Research Awards, Center for Aging,

Box 3003, Rm. 3502, Blue Zone, Trent Drive, Duke University Medical Center, Durham NC 27710 USA

Phone: +1 919 660 75 02 - Fax: +1 919 684 85 69

Contact: jamazina.smith@duke.edu Website: http://www.geri.duke.edu/busse/busse.html

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The ISG, International Society for Gerontechnology, held its 8th World Conference on technologies and technology (Gerontechnology), in combination with the yearly ISARC conference dedicated to Robotics and Automation in Construction. The event took place on June 26-29, 2012 at the Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands. ISG*ISARC2012 consisted of 13 keynotes, 25 symposia, a maximum of both 36 leading-edge technology events, and 36 chaired oral sessions. In addition, the GeronTechnoPlatform had continuous video presentations and real-time virtual site visits. Participation included engineers, architects, ICT experts, computer scientists, gerontologists, healthcare providers, social service professionals, leisure and recreation specialists, planners, housing developers and managers, as well as people responsible for purchasing decisions in aging-related industries such as assisted living, care facilities and hospitals.

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IAGG was invited to organize aa ssyymmppoossiiuumm oonn ““AAnn oovveerrvviieeww ooff FFrraaiillttyy aanndd nneeww tteecchhnnoollooggiieess”” on Thursday June 28, 2012. Professor Athanase BENETOS, Professor of Internal Medicine and Geriatrics and Head of the Department of Geriatrics at the Nancy University Hospital (France), as well as IAGG Treasurer, accepted to chair the event with presentations from �� PPrrooff AAtthhaannaassee BBEENNEETTOOSS ((NNaannccyy,, FFrraannccee)) on “Frailty: a major challenge for the management of aging people” �� DDrr AAnnttooiinnee PPIIAAUU ((TToouulloouussee,, FFrraannccee)) on “Frailty and new technologies” �������� PPrrooff CChhrriissttiiaann SSWWIINNEE ((LLoouuvvaaiinn,, BBeellggiiuumm)) on “Frailty: a biological syndrome contribution of new technologies” �������� DDrr GGuuiillllaauummee SSAACCCCOO ((NNiiccee,, FFrraannccee)) on ““A new methodical approach to detect clinical syndrome of frailty”.

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The 22001122 IISSGG--MMaasstteerr CCllaassss iinn GGeerroonntteecchhnnoollooggyy was held on June 25-26, 2012 during the IASG*ISARC2012 congress. Each student was requested to discuss a poster of his work with masters and fellow students. It consisted of: Plenary discussions to place each project poster in the matrices of Gerontechnology: a. Cross-fertilization of the sciences included, b. Engineering: application domain and intervention goal, c. Project outlook on target population and the associated technology generation, d. Theories and concepts that apply to students’ projects. Lectures to explain the theoretical background of Gerontechnology, including its basic theories and concepts taken from technology and from Gerontology, as well as methodology: a. Research & design methods in Gerontechnology, b. Gerontechnology theory, c. Aging people in their social, information, and medical environments, d. Person-Environment fit. Master teachers in the 2012 edition included: Chair Helianthe Kort (Netherlands), Herman Bouma (Netherlands), Don Bouwhuis (Netherlands), Neil Charness (USA), James Fozard (USA), Alain Franco (France), Anthea Tinker (UK).

AAnnnnoouunncceemmeenntt The 9th World Congress on Gerontotechnology will take place at the Yuan Ze University of Taiwan. The Chairman of the IISSGG22001144 congress is Prof Ye-Liang HSU, Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering. We send him and his Organizing Committee our best wishes for a successful setup of the 2014 edition. Visit the website (http://isg2014.org) for updated information.

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NNeewwsslleetttteerr:: The first GARN Newsletter was launched on June 30th, 2012 and treated two phenomena of aging: frailty and sarcopenia. The aim is to inform you regularly on latest research news such as findings, articles, events etc. Should you think that your center has information that could interest other Network members worldwide, please feel free to forward it to Constance de SEYNES (seynes@cict.fr)

MMeemmbbeerrsshhiipp:: �� Application for membership is still continuing. Below are a few figures to date - a total of 535 questionnaires/candidacies were received - 448 members were selected. They have received a certificate of membership confirming their status within the Network - 39 questionnaires will be reviewed soon �� For those who wish to apply, please fill out a questionnaire at http://www.celsius-exhibition.com/iagg/

WWeebbssiittee:: IAGG is happy to announce that a website fully dedicated to the GARN Network has been launched. You can visit this new tool at http://www.garn-network.org. It gives information to all those interested by our research network: membership, congress agenda, publications on line, E-Newsletter, latest news from GARN centers, job opportunities.

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MMaaddrriidd IInntteerrnnaattiioonnaall PPllaann ooff AAccttiioonn oonn AAggeeiinngg 22000022 ((MMIIPPAAAA)) The review and appraisal of the Madrid Plan of Action takes place every five years. Member States decided to use a unique

process of review which involves a participatory “bottom-up” element involving civil society and older persons themselves.

Following the review and appraisal at the national level, a regional level consolidation of information takes place, coordinated

by the United Nations Regional Commissions: ECA, UNECE, ECLAC, ESCWA and UNESCAP. A global review will be

presented during the 51st session of UN’s Commission for Social Development scheduled in February 2013 at the UN

Headquarters in New York. Below short reports from:

EECCLLAACC - EEccoonnoommiicc CCoommmmiissssiioonn ooff LLaattiinn AAmmeerriiccaa aanndd CCaarriibbbbeeaann The results of review and appraisal was presented at the 3rd Regional Intergovernmental Conference on Ageing in Latin

America and the Caribbean to be held in San José, Costa Rica on May 9-11, 2012. The central topic of this conference was

"Ageing, Solidarity and Social Protection: Time to Move Towards Equality".

LLaauurraa MMaacchhaaddoo (IAGG’s International Coordinator for UN affairs) represented IAGG on this occasion. Below the final outcomes of the conference: More than 150 representatives of the member States of the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) adopted on May 11, 2012, the San José Charter on the rights of older persons. In the San José Charter, government representatives also reaffirmed their commitment expressed in the Brasilia Declaration to spare no effort to promote and protect the human rights and fundamental freedoms of all older persons, to work to eradicate all forms of discrimination and violence and to create networks for the protection of older persons with a view to the effective exercise of their rights. The meeting, organized by ECLAC and the Government of Costa Rica, examine the accomplishments of the international commitments made by countries in the region in the Brasilia Declaration adopted in 2007 during the Second Regional Intergovernmental Conference on Ageing. It will also serve to identify key actions to implement in the next five years, specifically those that will strengthen national capacities to respond to major challenges and emerging issues relating to older persons. You can download the document at: http://www.cepal.org/prensa/noticias/comunicados/2/46682/CRE3_CartadeSanJose_aprobada-11May-ENG_TP.pdf The decreasing child population and the increasing number of older persons makes it imperative to redesign the way the State, the family and the market ensure welfare and capacity development of the population in Latin America and the Caribbean, as stated in a study published by ECLAC. The document “Ageing, Solidarity and Social Protection: Time to Move Towards Equality” analyzes prospects on population ageing and its inclusion in the public agenda, based on ECLAC's development proposal entitled "Time for Equality". The document can be downloaded from http://www.cepal.org/celade/noticias/paginas/7/46027/2012-114-CRE-Ingles.pdf

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Two important moments are scheduled during the UNECE Ministerial Conference on Ageing in Vienna, Austria: 11 �������� SSeepptteemmbbeerr 1199--2200,, 22001122:: tthhee UUnniitteedd NNaattiioonnss EEccoonnoommiicc CCoommmmiissssiioonn ffoorr EEuurrooppee ((UUNNEECCEE))’’ss MMiinniisstteerriiaall

CCoonnffeerreennccee oonn AAggeeiinngg is organized within the framework of the implementation of the Madrid International Plan for Action on Ageing (MIPAA). Under the moto “Ensuring a society for all ages: promoting quality of life and active ageing”, the event will mark MIPAA’s 10th anniversary and the 30th anniversary of the first World summit on Ageing in Vienna 1982. The aim of the conference is the second review of the implementation of the ten commitments of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing and the Regional Implementation Strategy (RIS), and the progress made since the UNECE Ministerial Conference in León 2007. It will gather ministers, high-level government officials and experts from across the region on the following points: Overview of the ageing situation in the UNECE region and brief report on global progress in MIPAA implementation Countries have submitted comprehensive national reports on progress and challenges in implementing each of the MIPAA/RIS commitments. The regional report highlighting trends across the UNECE region will be launched at the Ministerial Conference in Vienna. Promoting longer working life and maintaining work ability The panel will discuss social, political and cultural implications of increasing life expectancy and the extension of working lives, considering also the gender dimension. It will reflect on how the perception of being 'old' changes in the context of work and how to acknowledge the contributions of the older work force in practice. What is needed to make working longer possible and attractive? Participation, non-discrimination and social inclusion of older persons The panel will discuss ways to effectively promote essential components of the quality of life such as continuous labour market participation, active contribution to domestic tasks, active participation of older persons in political, social and community life and active leisure. The promotion of later-life learning as a facilitator of active ageing will be considered, as well as that of volunteering for realizing the potential of older women and men. Creating an enabling environment for health, independence and ageing in dignity The panel will consider policy strategies in support of active ageing and quality of life as people age. What health measures are useful throughout the life-course to prevent disability and to promote well-being in older age? How can older persons be empowered to live independently even if they are facing disability? Stimulating intergenerational dialogue and solidarity between the generations: A shared responsibility The focus will be on ageing as a life-course process, intergenerational reciprocity and measures to promote solidarity between generations. The panellists will review issues of social rights and obligations of younger and older people and how existing and potential conflicts can be resolved. Ensuring a society for all ages: Promoting quality of life and active ageing - discussion and adoption of Ministerial Declaration Ministers, executive heads of international organizations, researchers and civil society representatives will synthesize aspects discussed during the Conference as to their relevance for the future policy agenda in the region. This discussion will lead to the adoption of the Ministerial Declaration, the outcome document of the Conference that will shape activities for the five years to come. Representatives of the 56 Member States will report on the implementation of these obligations in their respective countries and discuss general issues related to ageing. More generally, approximately 300 participants (Ministers, experts, researchers, practitioners, NGO-representatives from UNECE-member states, international organisations and civil society) are expected to get together. Prof Thomas Fruehwald (IAGG representative at the UN in Vienna, Austria) has kindly accepted to represent IAGG during this event. More information at http://www.unece.org/index.php?id=23448

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22 �������� SSeepptteemmbbeerr 1188tthh,, 22001122:: tthhee UUNNEECCEE RReeggiioonnaall FFoorruumm ooff RReesseeaarrcchheerrss aanndd PPrraaccttiittiioonneerrss oonn AAggeeiinngg will be organized prior to the UNECE Ministerial Conference on Ageing (see more above). The Research Forum will discuss how to strengthen links between policy and research to promote international synergistic collaboration between policy makers, researchers and civil society practitioners. The forum will conclude with declarations that will be presented at the Ministerial Conference to feed into the discussions there. The program is currently under construction but we can already inform you that the following IAGG personalities are involved: Prof. Vladimir Khavinson (Russia), IAGG European Regional Chair will give a talk on “Priority Directions of Research on Ageing in Europe” Prof. Desmond O’Neill (Ireland) President of EUGMS Europe, Past-President of the Irish Gerontological Society (IAGG) and President of the Local Organizing Committee for IAGG’s European congress scheduled in 2015. Prof. Marja Vaarama (Finland) is Professor of Social Work and Social Gerontology at the University of Lapland, Assistant Director General of the National Institute for Health and Welfare of Finland, President of the “More years better life” Programm, Council Member of the Finnish Gerontological Society (IAGG). Dr. Vaarama will moderate a session on “Promoting and strengthening solidarity between generations as a jkey element of social and economic development in the UNECE region. What are the major areas of research inquiry?”. Prof. Eva Topinkova (Czech Republic), Centre of Gerontology of Charles University in Prague, Past-President of the Czech Society of Gerontology and Geriatrics (IAGG). We thank them all for their future contribution and look forward to reading a report of the outcomes.

LLaattiinn AAmmeerriiccaa:: RReeggiioonnaall mmeeeettiinngg ooff CCiivviill SSoocciieettiieess ddeeddiiccaatteedd ttoo AAggiinngg In the context of the follow-up of the International Action Plan of Madrid and the Brasilia Declaration on Aging, the representatives of social organizations and older people, networks, NGOs, religious and academic institutions of Latin America and the Caribbean, gathered at Tres Rios in Costa Rica, during the 3rd Regional Intergovernmental Conference on Aging in Latin America and the Caribbean on May 6-8, 2012 (see previous information).

The aims were to - identify and strengthen common strategies between civil society organisations, - contribute to the process of building a society inclusive for all ages, - dignify aging in monitoring the implementation of agreements established by the 2nd World Assembly on Aging Madrid, 2002 - and finally to contribute to the 3rd Regional Intergovernmental Conference on Aging with their input.

�������� LLaauurraa MMaacchhaaddoo, IAGG’s International Coordinator for UN affairs, was invited to participate in a panel discussion on “Current status on the International Convention and Rapporteur”.

�������� Other IAGG friends and partners debated during a roundtable on “No discrimination, if the Equal Rights for PAM”. They included: - AAlleexxaannddrree KKaallaacchhee, IAGG’s UN Main Representative and International Longevity Center (ILC), Brazil - LLiiaa DDaaiicchhmmaann, INPEA Past President, Argentina - SSuussaann SSoommeerrss, INPEA Secretary General, USA

�������� After analyzing and discussing the current situation of the adult population of the region and the challenge represented by the aging of population, The Declaration of Tres Rios, was finalized. You can download it (only in Spanish) from http://gerontologia.maimonides.edu/2012/05/reunion-regional-de-sociedad-civil-sobre-envejecimiento-madrid-10/

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IAGG organized its 22nndd IInntteennssiivvee CCoouurrssee oonn AAggeeiinngg

oonn JJuunnee 2211--2222,, 22001122 at the Institut de l’Envelliment of the University Autonoma of Barcelona. Situated within the premises of the Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, the meeting place enabled the organization of sessions and workshops. The program was dedicated to two main themes: Gerontology and Cancer. Below the list of presentations and the name of speakers:

DDaayy 11 GGEERROONNTTOOLLOOGGYY SSeessssiioonnss • Clinical research in nursing homes � Yves Rolland (Toulouse, France) • Clinical trials in frail older adults � Matteo Cesari (Toulouse, France) • A WHO Public Health perspective to implement palliative care for old persons with advanced chronic diseases & conditions: the experience from Catalonia 1989-2012 � Xavier Gomez-Batiste (Barcelona, Spain) • Behavior disorders in dementia � Jaime Fitten (California, USA) • How to publish in geriatric medicine � Alan Sinclair (Bedfordshire, UK) & Jaime Fitten (California, USA) • Cognitive decline, dementia and gait disorders � Marco Inzitari (Barcelona, Spain) • Use of imaging & biomarkers in the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease � Cecilia Marelli (Montpellier, France) DDaayy 11 GGEERROONNTTOOLLOOGGYY WWoorrkksshhooppss • New skills for a geriatrician in the 21st Century - a need to develop or risk the future of geriatrics � Alan Sinclair (Bedfordshire, UK) • Clinical case in psychogeriatrics � Jaime Fitten (California, USA) • Frailty in older adults: diagnosis and follow up in practice � Gabor Abellan van Kan (Toulouse, France), Matteo Cesari (Toulouse, France), Yves Rolland (Toulouse, France) • Dementia & nutrition � Antoni Salva (Barcelona, Spain), Laura Coll (Barcelona, Spain) DDaayy 22 CCAANNCCEERR SSeessssiioonnss • mTOR inhibition for aging and cancer prevention � Vladimir Anisimov (St Petersburg, Russia) • Cancer prevention in the elderly � Lodovico Balducci (Tampa, USA) • Who should be treated? Life expectancy and treatment tolerance � Lodovico Balducci (Tampa, USA) • Hematologic complications of cancer treatment for elderly & anemia � Agustí Barnadas (Barcelona, Spain) • Prostate cancer � Loïc Mourey (Toulouse, France) DDaayy 22 CCAANNCCEERR WWoorrkksshhooppss • Case presentations � Pablo Maroto (Barcelona, Spain), Margarita Majem (Barcelona, Spain) • Clinical manifestations of cancer in the elderly � Matteo Cesari (Toulouse, France), Lodovico Balducci (Tampa, USA) • Systemic treatment of cancer in the elderly � Jaime Fitten (Tampa, USA) • Cancer related cachexia: diagnosis and clinical relevance � Marc Martignoni (Munich, Germany), Matteo Cesari (Toulouse, France), Laurent Balardy (Toulouse, France), Loïc Mourey (Toulouse, France) Ninety-two participants from 31 countries attended the Course: Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Indonesia, India, Italy, Luxemburg, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tunisia, United Kingdom, United States. The Course public included students (10%), medical doctors MD (34%), professors PhD (33%), others (10%). Furthermore, attendees from developing countries benefited from free access to the Course. This support had been decided during IAGG’s Executive Committee meeting, held last January in Athens. IAGG Regional Chairs were requested to forward a list of potential recipients and a total of 30 candidates from all over the world presented an application file. We thank Africa, COMLAT, Europe and Asia/Oceania Chairs for their assistance. Ten delegates from Argentina, Czech Republic, India, Mexico, Tunisia, Venezuela were selected according to the following criteria: 1/ be PHD students and/or young researchers, 2/ have not been awarded IAGG grants over the past three years Look out for the exact date of the next edition programmed in 2013 in Barcelona, Spain

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With the support of the Research Centre of Heart, Brain, Hormone & Healthy Aging, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong and Hong Kong Geriatrics Society, the IAGG Master Class on Ageing will be held on August 29-31, 2012 in Hong Kong. All Sessions will take place at Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong. The Master Class on Ageing (MCA) aims to foster the networking of geriatric medicine in Asia and provide intensive training for young geriatricians with research potentials in the fields of ageing and geriatric medicine. Designed for international young geriatricians with research potentials to develop their career and to establish their future research network, the 2nd Master Class in Asia will bring together 8 international tutors who accept to share their knowledge with 25 participants from different Asian countries. Course teachers will include:

PPrrooffeessssoorr JJeeaann--PPiieerrrree MMiicchheell President, European Union Geriatric Medicine Society

PPrrooffeessssoorr AAllaaiinn FFrraannccoo Vice-President, International Association of Gerontology & Geriatrics

PPrrooffeessssoorr BBiillll PPiiuu CChhaann Director, Beijing Institute of Geriatrics Departments of Neurobiology, Neurology and Geriatrics Xuanwu Hospital of Capital Medical University, China

PPrrooffeessssoorr LLiiaanngg--KKuunngg CChheenn Director, Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan

PPrrooffeessssoorr LLeeuunngg--WWiinngg CChhuu Honorary Clinical Professor Chief, Division of Geriatrics Department of Medicine

DDooccttoorr CChhii--FFaaii KKoo Department of Medicine & Geriatrics Princess Margaret Hospital, Hong Kong

DDooccttoorr BBeerrnnaarrdd MMHH KKoonngg President, The Hong Kong Geriatrics Society Department of Medicine, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital, Hong Kong

DDooccttoorr TTaakk--KKwwaann KKoonngg Consultant, Department of Medicine & Geriatrics Princess Margaret Hospital, Hong Kong

DDooccttoorr KKiinn--WWaahh LLiiuu Honorary Clinical Assistant Professor Department of Medicine The University of Hong Kong

DDooccttoorr CChhrriissttoopphheerr CChhoorr--MMiinngg LLuumm Consultant, Department of Medicine & Geriatrics Shatin Hospital & The Chinese University of Hong Kong

PPrrooffeessssoorr CChhaanngg--WWoonn WWoonn Department of Family Medicine Kyung Hee University Hospital, South Korea

Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine The University of Hong Kong

The topics will be addressed in a combination of lectures, tutorials and case studies. There will be many opportunities for interactive group work and sharing of ideas during the classes. The program will include lectures on: �� Nutrition, ageing and longevity �� Biomarkers in the diagnosis and monitoring of Alzheimer’s disease �� Advances in Parkinson's disease �� Functioning assessment, assistive technologies and home care: part of the future in geriatrics and gerontology �� Drug and Ageing �� Aging, frailty, sarcopenia and cognitive decline �� Advances in osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment �� Current trends of end-of-life care in old age All registered attendants will be entitled to participate in all sessions and receive a Certificate of Attendance and a copy of the Programme Book. Lastly, Continuing Medical Education (CME) has been applied from the respective Colleges. Contact: hbha@hku.hk Website for added details: http://www.med.hku.hk/hbha/iaggmca2012/index.html

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Diabetes mellitus is a major global metabolic disorder of the 21st century. This pandemic is characterized by excessive sugarin the blood (hyperglycemia) due to deficiency in production of insulin by the pancreas or by the ineffectiveness of the insulin produced. Diabetes affects almost every cell in the body and essential biochemical processes that cause severe effects on health. This is due to its broad spectrum of associated complications with risks, like cardiac and renal disorders.

The rapid growth of diabetes has become a major burden upon healthcare facilities in all affected countries and IAGG has accepted to promote the Global Initiative in Diabetes Mellitus. PPrrooffeessssoorr AAllaann SSiinnccllaaiirr (Luton, UK) is Project Lead and PPrrooffeessssoorr LLeeooccaaddiioo RRooddrriigguueezz--MMaannaass (Madrid, Spain) is the Scientific Lead of this initiative. The main components of this first phase of the initiative will be centred around providing high quality educational material in relation to diabetes via an online resource. This material will be presented at the next IAGG World Congress meeting in Seoul on June 23-27, 2013. The event will take place during aa ssyymmppoossiiuumm ddeeddiiccaatteedd ttoo DDiiaabbeetteess MMeelllliittuuss and organized on Monday June 24, 2013 from 13:00-14:30 and will include: Lecture 1 - defining the key issues to address (Professor Trisha Dunning - Melbourne, Australia). Lecture 2 - Managing Frail Older People with Diabetes (Professor Leocadio Rodriguez-Manas - Madrid, Spain). Lecture 3 - How the IAGG have tackled these concerns through this Global Initiative? (Professor Alan Sinclair - Luton, UK). An open discussion will follow. THE EXPERTS: PPrrooffeessssoorr AAllaann SSiinnccllaaiirr is an international expert in diabetes and geriatrics and is Professor of Medicine at the University of Bedfordshire and Dean of the Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Postgraduate Medical School (BHPMS), part of the University of Bedfordshire. He has been named as National Clinical Lead for Diabetes in Older People at the Department of Health (NHS Diabetes). The National Clinical Lead position takes responsibility for an initiative that brings together health and social care professionals who share a common goal which is to ensure that older people with diabetes get the best possible care. Professor Sinclair is a leading international geriatrician and diabetologist with clinical duties at the Luton & Dunstable Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, and is also the Director of the Institute of Diabetes for Older People (IDOP) at the University. He has been asked to lead a project to establish a national Older People’s Diabetes Network (OPDN). This network aims to bring together health professionals, including GPs and hospital specialists, patients, carers, charities, volunteer groups and commissioners to look at developing best clinical practice in diabetes for older people.

PPrrooffeessssoorr LLeeooccaaddiioo RRooddrriigguueezz--MMaannaass is Head of the Department of Geriatrics at Hospital Universitario de Getafe (Madrid), President of the Research Committee at Hospital Universitario de Getafe and Professor “ad honorem” of the Department of Medicine (School of Medicine, Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad Autónoma de Madrid). He is Co-ordinator of the Spanish Collaborative Research Network on Aging and Frailty-RETICEF (Ministry of Science and Innovation) and Co-director of the epidemiologic study Toledo Study on Healthy Ageing (carried out on 2.845 community-dwelling elder people). At the present time, he is the Principal Investigator in a European Project (FOD-CC) aimed to find a clinical definition of frailty. Research background and expertise: clinical investigation in human vascular (endothelial) ageing, mechanisms of vascular damage in diabetes and frailty. He has participated in performing Technical Reports on several aspects of ageing, health care for the aged and diabetes in the elderly people. IIff aannyy mmeemmbbeerr ooff tthhee IIAAGGGG wwoouulldd lliikkee ttoo hheeaarr mmoorree ooff tthhiiss iinniittiiaattiivvee oorr wwoouulldd lliikkee ttoo ppaarrttiicciippaattee,, yyoouu ccaann ccoonnttaacctt

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JJuunnee 1155,, 22001122:: 77tthh AAnnnnuuaall WWoorrlldd EEllddeerr AAbbuussee AAwwaarreenneessss DDaayy ((WWEEAAAADD)) June 15 is an important day for all those who aim to raise worldwide awareness on the violence made to old persons. The United Nations has officially recognized this day as an official UN International day to be celebrated annually on June 15. First established during IAGG’s World Congress in Adelaide in 1997, then launched in 2006 by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (INPEA), the celebration, through events of many types, is organized by large and small organizations around the world on June 15. Friday, June 15, 2012 is the first time World Elder Abuse Awareness Day will be commemorated by The United Nations with activities planned by organizations around the globe. Visit INPEA website at: www.inpea.net

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UUnniitteedd NNaattiioonnss --LLaatteesstt SSttaatteemmeennttss oonn eellddeerr aabbuussee New York, 15 June 2012 - Secretary-General's message on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day “The World Health Organization estimates that between 4 and 6 per cent of older persons worldwide have suffered from a form of elder abuse - physical, emotional, financial. Furthermore, emerging research suggests that abuse, neglect and violence against older persons, both at home and in institutions, are much more prevalent than currently acknowledged. Such abuse is an unacceptable attack on human dignity and human rights. Making matters even worse, cases often remain unreported and unaddressed. Alarmed at this widening problem, the United Nations General Assembly has proclaimed World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a new observance to be marked annually on 15 June. Respect for elders is an integral part of many societies. As people live longer, and as we strive for sustainable and inclusive development, it is time to revive and

expand our appreciation for those who have advanced in years. A modern civilization can only live up to that name if it preserves the tradition of honouring, respecting and protecting society’s elders. As we commemorate the Day for the first time, let us all join in reaffirming that the human rights of older persons are as absolute as those of all human beings. I call upon Governments and all concerned actors to design and carry out more effective prevention strategies and stronger laws and policies to address all aspects of elder abuse. Let us work together to optimize living conditions for older persons and enable them to make the greatest possible contribution to our world.” Signed Ban Ki-moon, UN Secretary General

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The 7th International Forum “Senior Generation” was held in Saint Petersburg, Russia on 11-14 April, 2012. Since 2006 the Forum has been held in Saint Petersburg annually and aimed at drawing public attention to the issues of older people, their individual and social needs, providing full information about the challenges of demographic ageing. The Forum was organized by the Government of Saint Petersburg, Saint Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology and “Expoforum”, JSC under the auspices of the Russian Ministry of Health and Social Development. The Forum’s Scientific Program included a plenary session, lectures, seminars and round tables. The main scientific event was the International Congress “Social adaptation, support and health of elder people in modern society”. In 2012, alongside with the main events all over the world, the Congress was devoted to the European Year of Healthy Ageing and Intergenerational Solidarity which has been declared by the European Union to mark the 10th anniversary of the adoption of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing. It has served as a platform for raising awareness, identifying and disseminating good practice and encouraging policy-makers and stakeholders at all levels to promote active ageing and to support greater cooperation and solidarity between the generations. The Forum was opened on April 12, 2012 by the Vice-Governor of St. Petersburg Olga Kazanskaya. Prof. Vladimir Khavinson, Director of the St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology, and President of the IAGG-ER, greeted the organizers and participants of the Forum on behalf of the IAGG (see left).

Welcome addresses were also given by the Russian Minister of Health and Social Development Maxim Topilin, by the Governor of Saint Petersburg Georgy Poltavchenko, by the Director of the International Institute of Ageing, United Nations-Malta Prof. Joseph Troisi, and the President of the Russian Gerontological Society Prof. Vladimir Anisimov. Plenary lectures were made by the chairpersons of the Committee for Social Policy, Committee for Health, Pension Fund, as well as the IAGG-ER President and the President of the Union of Pensioners in Russia.

The central part of the Congress was devoted to the realization of Madrid Plan of Action on Ageing. Dr. Olga Mikhailova, Executive Director of the St. Petersburg Institute and IAGG Council Member, opened the session with a lecture on the evolution of international policy towards people of older age. The strategy of implementation of Madrid Plan of Action on Ageing in regions was presented by the Saratov Ministry of Social Development. Among others, the lectures of Dr. Vera Chaykovska, the Main Specialist for Geriatrics of the Ukrainian Ministry for Health, and Evgeny Mirzoev, Vice-President of Gerontological Society of Kazakhstan were presented. The importance of the experience they shared was essential for further improving the quality of life, full inclusion and participation of older persons in the social life.

The concluding session of the Congress, namely “Programmes and Prospectives of improving the quality of life of the elderly” gathered specialists from the sphere of services for the people of old age. The projects providing various opportunities for the old people were presented by different companies: University for the elderly “Silver Age”, “Emergency button” project, Center for educational medicine, facilities and care homes for old people, Nordic walking for old people, etc. To date, the Forum remains the only international non-profit event in Russia which provides unique opportunities for the elder people in the fields of

education, social support and health. It does not only inform about the services available but also gives an opportunity to try some of them.

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The exhibition "Care, Aid and Mercy - 2012” and the fair "Everything for Health" were also part of the Forum. They presented medical and rehabilitation equipment, medications and biologically active food supplements (BAFS), dietetic food, health and medical centers, thematic mass media. Over 160 exhibitors from various regions of Russia and also from Byelorussia, Bulgaria and Finland presented their products and services. Governmental structures of social support for the elder population, financial, social and insurance support affiliation, healthcare organizations, as well as charity funds, public and confessional organizations participated in the exhibition. The exhibitors offered professional trainings for the social and medical personnel working with the elder and handicapped people.

More importantly, during all days of the Forum, old people can participate in various master-classes. The popular ones are the courses of computer literacy, master-classes in gardening, decorative and applied arts, as well as memory trainings. Specialists organized the so-called “literature house” where the visitors could be advised about maintaining health and psychical abilities in older age. At present all scientific community throughout the world mobilizes joint efforts to search new possibilities to promote better health and longer life with more

fully realized well-being in old age. It is especially important due to the increased lifespan in recent years, associated with diseases exacerbation and working capacities loss. Of outmost importance is adaptation of healthcare and social protection systems to the challenges of ageing and an ever growing number of people. It is necessary to take immediate actions for integration of the existing science achievements into medical and social projects. We hope that this very year, the European Year of Healthy Ageing and Intergenerational Solidarity, will be a great step on a way to the Society for All Ages! The next edition of SSeenniioorr GGeenneerraattiioonn 22001133 will take place on March 27-30, 2013 in St Petersburg, Russia.

A report from: DDrr.. OOllggaa MMiikkhhaaiilloovvaa - Executive Director of the St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology and

VVeerraa BBaasshhaarriinnaa - St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology

Here are the last appointments reported in our member society

organizations. We would like to extend our warm congratulations

to the newly elected Presidents for having accepted to develop

actions in favour of old people and we look forward to continue

our mutual cooperation. We take this opportunity to thank all the

Past-Presidents for their repeated commitment over the last

years and send them our best wishes for the future.

Keep headquarters informed of changes undergone by your

Organisation and contact:

Constance de SEYNES seynes@cict.fr

BBRRAAZZIILL:: BBrraazziilliiaann SSoocciieettyy ooff GGeerriiaattrriiccss aanndd GGeerroonnttoollooggyy President � Dr. Nezilour Lobato Past-President � Dr. Silvia Pereira SSWWIITTZZEERRLLAANNDD:: SSwwiissss SSoocciieettyy ooff GGeerroonnttoollooggyy ((SSGGGG –– SSSSGG)) President � Dr. Stephanie Becker Past-President � Dr. Pia Coppex-Gasche UNITED STATES: Gerontological Society of America (GSA) President � Prof. Nancy Whitelaw Past-President � Prof. Peggye Dilworth-Anderson

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The 1st World Congress on Healthy Aging that took place in Kuala Lumpur on March 19-22, 2012. The Malaysian Healthy Ageing Society (MHAS) hosted this event on the theme "Evolution: Holistic Ageing in an Age of Change". It was supported by the WHO (represented by Dr John BEARD) and was addressed to medical and healthcare professionals, academicians, care givers, legislators, personnel involved in public care and community services, city planners, advocates for liveable communities and all those interested in the science of healthy ageing. Both IAGG members below were members of the Congress International Advisory Panel:

�������� HHeeuunngg BBoonngg CChhaa (South Korea), as President and Organizing Chairperson of the 20th IAGG World Congress of Gerontology and Geriatrics, took this opportunity to promote the upcoming Seoul meeting scheduled on June 23-27, 2013.

�������� PPeenngg DDuu (China), who is current President of IAGG’s Asia/Oceania Region, also attended the Malaysian congress. Other IAGG members participated:

�������� as plenary speaker: SSuurreesshh RRaattttaann (Denmark) is Head of the Biology Section of IAGG Europe. He was invited to make presentations on “Healthy Ageing - from molecules to hormesis” and on “Healthy Ageing Socially, Psychologically and Biologically” on “Spirituality: Scientist prospective on spirituality”.

�������� as special lecturer: KKeeiitthh HHiillll (Australia) is President Elect of IAGG’s Asia/Oceania Region. He gave talks on “Exercise approaches for prevention of frailty” on “Ageing & Falls: Falls & Injury Prevention”. We thank them all for having represented IAGG in this part of the world.

The 8th World Democratic and Ageing Forum 2012 will take place on August 27-30, 2012 at St Gallen, SWITZERLAND. The 2012 WDA Forum will address the theme: “2022 - 10 years to shape the demographic shift!”. The WDA Forum brings together experts concerned with ageing, population dynamics/trends, migration, health, finance, natural resources, innovation, as well as business leaders and non-governmental actors from around the world. Leading academics from a range of disciplines - demography, political science, life science, economics, medicine, sociology - further contribute to the very special mix which makes the WDA Forum as interdisciplinary and international as possible.

�������� AAlleexxaannddeerr KKaallaacchhee:: As Head of the International Centre for Policies on Ageing in Brazil (he is also IAGG representative at the United Nations), he accepted to Chair two parallel special sessions on “Is Ageing a Chance in a Time of Crisis? (Spanish Case Study)”. This session will address the challenges and opportunities of an uncertain future in which all generations will have to accept new roles in society. A relevant issue to be discussed is how much coherence can be found in active ageing policies and strategies today, and to what degree the latest financial crisis is responsible for the scarce progress observed.

�������� IIssaabbeellllaa AAbbooddeerriinn:: As Senior Research Fellow, Oxford Institute of Population Ageing, University of Oxford, United Kingdom, and also IAGG’s Africa Region Chair, she was invited to Chair a parallel special session on “Africa’s Demographic Challenges”. Recent analyses have posited the critical importance of issues of ageing for the mainstream development endeavor in Africa. The analyses argue, in particular, the importance of considering (i) older persons’ productivity and intergenerational impacts on economic engagement of the young, (ii) the full life-course capabilities of younger cohorts, and (iii) an engagement with old age related care needs in mature/ industrialized societies. The purpose of this session is to go beyond affirming these by now well-rehearsed advocacy oriented arguments. Rather, the idea is to make the propositions the subject of critical reflection and interrogation from those centrally involved in ‘mainstream’ development debate and action in Africa (see the announcement in the News section further). Other speakers and prominent guests of the WDA2012 Forum include:

�������� IIssrraaeell DDoorroonn, Head of the Department of Gerontology, University of Haifa, Israel and President of the Israeli Gerontological Society (IAGG society member)

�������� AArriieellaa LLoowweennsstteeiinn, Head of the Center for Research & Study of Aging, University of Haifa, Israel, European Regional Representative to INPEA (IAGG Standing Committtee)

�������� DDeessmmoonndd OO’’NNeeiillll, Professor of Medical Gerontology, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland, Past-President of the Irish Gerontological Society (IAGG society member) and President of the Local Organizing Committee for IAGG’s European congress scheduled in 2015.

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You have probably already noticed that, on May 10, 2012, IAGG’s website http://www.iagg.info was completely distorted. After analysis by our technical support, specialists diagnosed that the website had been the victim of an “internet scam or hacker”. Some data had disappeared and this created added work for our teams. Furthermore, Google and Yahoo had displayed warning messages and it took some time to get these alerts cancelled. The website update is now fully complete and we hope that this technical incident will not have disturbed our international web users. Please continue to visit the website and keep up with last minute information on IAGG !!!!

We remind you that this tool is dedicated to our Organization’s activities, actions, news etc. We would like it to be the showcase of our involvement in Gerontology and Geriatrics throughout the world. So, as actors of IAGG, please feel free to send information that you think would interest our worldwide community. To be fully proactive, you can send texts in a “.doc” format, attached documents in a “.pdf” version and photos/logos in a ".jpeg" extension. It will be a pleasure to insert your material on IAGG website. Lastly, to reflect the current set-up of our Organization, IAGG members are requested to update their membership data as regularly as possible.

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Elder maltreatment is pervasive in all countries in the WHO European Region, and estimates suggest that at least 4 million people in the Region experience elder maltreatment in any one year. Most countries in the Region have an ageing population, and one third of the population is forecast to be 60 years and older in 2050, putting more people at risk of elder maltreatment. Elder maltreatment has far-reaching consequences for the mental and physical well-being of tens of millions of older people, and if left unchecked will result in their premature death. Estimates suggest that about 2500 older people may lose their lives annually from elder

maltreatment. The report highlights the numerous biological, social, cultural, economic and environmental factors that interact to influence the risk and protective factors of being a victim or perpetrator of elder maltreatment. There is some evidence of effectiveness, and examples include psychological programmes for perpetrators and programmes designed to change attitudes towards older people, improve the mental health of caregivers and, in earlier life, to promote nurturing relationships and social skills learning. The evidence base needs to be strengthened, but much can be done by implementing interventions using an evaluative framework. Prevention and social justice for older people can only be achieved by mainstreaming this response into health and social policy. Surveys show that the public and policy-makers are increasingly concerned about the problem, and the policy response needs to be strengthened to meet this demand.

Edited by: D. Sethi, S. Wood, F. Mitis, M. Bellis, B. Penhale, I. Iborra Marmolejo, A. Lowenstein, G. Manthorpe & F. Ulvestad Description: 101 pages - ISBN 978 92 890 0237 0 - Original language English - Publication: © World Health Organization 2011 – all rights reserved Alternatively, complete an online request form for documentation, health information, or for permission to quote or translate, on the Regional Office web site (http://www.euro.who.int/pubrequest). The Regional Office for Europe of the World Health Organization welcomes requests for permission to reproduce or translate its publications, in part or in full. The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations created in 1948 with the primary responsibility for international health matters and public health. The WHO Regional Office for Europe is one of six regional offices throughout the world, each with its own programme geared to the particular health conditions of the countries it serves.

The 5th edition of the “Principles and Practice of Geriatric Medicine” has been extensively revised, includes 41 new chapters, and provides up-to-date, evidence-based, and practical information about all the medical problems of ageing citizens. Three editors, from UK, USA and France, have ensured

that updated chapters describe both European and US approaches to geriatric medicine, as well as reflecting the changes in treatment options and medical conditions which have emerged since publication of the 4th edition in 2006. The book addresses a global audience, and its section on world issues is of special interest. Several generic issues, such as minorities/ethnicity, sepsis and the importance of the caregiver are included in all chapters as core issues. The topic of acute stroke

has been expanded, as have the sections on dementia, cardiovascular disease and health, respiratory diseases and training. This book is essential for all clinicians who deal with older people, particularly geriatric medical specialists, gerontologists, researchers and general practitioners, as well as post graduates, nurses, care home staff, trainees in health specialties and social workers.

Description: Hardback, 2-volume set • ISBN 9780470683934 • 1944 pages • Published in April 2012 by Wiley-Blackwell • Benefit from the publisher’s introductory pricing until August 31, 2012.

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29-31 August 2012 Prague, CZECH REPUBLIC: The conference on “Geriatric Medicine: Strengthening interdisciplinary involvement” is organized bi-annually by the IAGG-ER Clinical Medicine Section, in collaboration with the Charles University in Prague and the Czech Society of Gerontology and Geriatrics. It will provide a unique opportunity to meet experts in the field, teachers, practicing clinicians and researchers, to update knowledge on clinical care, research and innovative models of care delivery. The main aim of the Congress is to increase participation of physicians from medical specialities and particularly other non-medical health professionals. Four workshops are planned discussing the role of clinical pharmacists, physio- and ergotherapists, nutrition therapists, nursing specialists in contemporary geriatric medicine and elderly care more generally. Contact: geriatrie.sekretariat@lf1.cuni.cz Website: http://www.iaggprague2012.com

September 13-15, 2012 - Auckland, NEW ZEALAND: The 2012 New Zealand Association of Gerontology Conference will take place at the Waipuna Hotel & Conference Centre of Auckland. The theme “Ageing and Diversity” It will focus on the health aspects of an ageing population, presenting up-to-date research and informed discussion about the health needs of an ageing population, how we can best serve those needs and the impact of that ageing population on the New Zealand health system. There will be five strands within the conference: “Older People & Cognition”, “Carers, Families, Partners”, “Community Approaches to Ageing”, “Active Ageing and Participation”, “End of Life”. Contact: kathryn@fp2.co.nz Website: http://www.nzag2012.co.nz/

September 14-15, 2012 - Cork, IRELAND: The 60th Jubilee Scientific Meeting of the Irish Gerontological Society (IGS) will take place in the Brookfield Health Sciences Complex, University College Cork. The society is one of the oldest societies in the world devoted to the study of ageing. The Organization is committed to providing excellent, evidence-based education on a broad range of gerontology topics to meet the needs of participants. Clinicians, practitioners, academics, researchers and students working in all fields of ageing are expected to attend this event that will cover all spectra of ageing within the four pillars of Gerontology: Social, Psychology, Biology of Ageing, and Health/Clinical. Contact: secretary@irishgerontology.com Website: http://irishgerontology.com

October 4-6, 2011 - Paris, FRANCE: The French Society of Geriatrics & Gerontology organizes its 32nd annual scientific meeting, the JASFGG, at the CNIT in Paris, the heart of Europe's biggest business district. Themes to be treated : biology, falls, dementia, pain (in palliative care and end of life), ethics, practice assessment gerontechnologies, nutrition, diabetes and metabolism, cancer in old patients, organization of care, cardiovascular pathologies, risk infection and pathologies, psychiatric pathologies, human and social sciences, geriatric therapy, psychological and behavioural aspects, emergency and intensive care etc.

Early bird registration: before July 31, 2012 Contact: info@jasfgg2012.com Website: http://www.jasfgg2012.com

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October 11-13, 2012 - Guadalajara, MEXICO: The 2nd International Congress on Services and Homes for the Elderly will be organized by the Sociedad Mexicana de Geronto-Geriatria A.C. (SOMEGGI). This year’s edition will treat topics such as: welfare and geronto-geriatrics, legislation related to senior people and institutions, gerontological training in human resources, gerontological tele-care and architecture, gerontological marketing service, administration and medical tourism. Contact: someggi@aol.com Website: http://www.someggi.com.mx

October 18-20, 2012 - Vancouver, CANADA: The Canadian Association on Gerontology (CAG) is pleased to announce the Call for Abstracts for “Aging in a Changing World,” its 41st Annual Scientific & Educational Meeting (ASEM). The ASEM is the primary multi-disciplinary conference in Canada for those interested in individual and population aging. It features world renowned keynote speakers, cutting-edge symposia, opportunities to present papers and posters, and an exciting social program. Sponsorship and exhibiting opportunities are also available. You are invited to take part in this dynamic forum for knowledge exchange and networking, and abstracts across all aspects of aging are welcome as well as submissions from international delegates. Symposium sessions will be dedicated to ◦ Educational Gerontology ◦ Health and Biological Sciences ◦ Psychology ◦ Social Sciences ◦ Social Policy and Practice Contact: contact@cagacg.ca Website: http://www.cagacg.ca

November 14-18, 2012 - San Diego, UNITED STATES: The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) will organize their 65th annual scientific meeting in California. The last edition held in November 2011 in Boston, brought together more than 3500 scientists from both the United States and around the world, who participated in over 400 scientific sessions including symposia, paper, and poster presentations. The theme for 2012 is “Charting New Frontiers in Aging.” Charting implies connections - within and across disciplines, professions, individuals, cohorts, generations, systems, environments, cultures and nations. The programme is organized around the four sections of the GSA: Biological Sciences, Behavioral & Social Sciences, Health Sciences, Social Research, Policy & Practice. Website: http://www.geron.org/annual-meeting

March 10-13, 2013, Beer Sheva, ISRAEL: The 8th IAGG-ER European Congress of Biogerontology (ECB), will start at the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, and continuing at the Dead Sea. The meeting is a continuation of the activities of the Biological Section of the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics - European Region (IAGG-ER), in close cooperation with the EU Consortium RESOLVE. Among the major questions that will be addressed are: Is ageing a common mechanism of age-related diseases? How can the breakthroughs in regenerative medicine help in promoting healthy lifespan? What are other ways to achieve this goal? The meeting will provide a unique arena for discussing these issues and will help to better understand - where we are and where to go. Developing recommendations for new strategies in health policy for middle aged and elderly people will be an important outcome of the meeting. Contact: hagayanay@gmail.com Website: http://biogerontology.wix.com/resolve#!

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2014, TAIWAN: The ISG2014 conference will be hosted by the Yuan Ze University’s Gerontechnology Research Center in Chungli City, Taiwan. After the 2012 edition that took place in Eindhoven, Netherlands, this new event will be based on the theme: “Culture and Social Diversity in Gerontechnology”. The exact date with more information will be available soon …. Contact: mehsu@saturn.yzu.edu.tw Website: http://isg2014.org/

April 23-26, 2015 - Dublin, IRELAND: IAGG’s European Congress: The Irish Gerontological Society (IGS) will host IAGG’s 8th European congress in Dublin on April 23-26, 2015. The Congress theme “Unlocking the Demographic Dividend”, aims to tap into the growing awareness that gerontological research can help us to understand the collective and personal benefits that we gain from population ageing, a better understanding of the barriers to realizing the full potential of the Demographic Dividend, and the advances in gerontological science which allow these barriers to be overcome in the most effective way possible. Contact: secretary@irishgerontology.com Website: http://irishgerontology.com/events/iagg-er-2015/

July 2017 - San Francisco, UNITED STATES: As member of IAGG’s North America Region, the Gerontological Society of America (GSA) presented a bid to host IAGG’s 21st World Congress in San Francisco, USA. The Council voted unanimously in favour of this candidacy in view of GSA’s long experience in organizing major events and of the city’s important conference facilities. The theme of this future milestone will be “Global Aging and Health: Bridging Science, Policy, and Practice”. Best wishes to the organizing committee…

Website: http://www.geron.org

July 14-19, 2012 - Vancouver, CANADA: AAIC 2012

(Alzheimer’s Association International Conference), is the world’s largest gathering of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia

researchers, physicians and other health care professionals. AAIC 2012 will offer a new conference track focused on social,

behavioral and care research and practice, designed for dementia care researchers and practitioners.

Contact: aaic@alz.org Website: http://www.alz.org/aaic

August 13-17, 2012 - Glasgow, UNITED KINGDOM: The World Congress on Active Ageing is held

every 4 years. This 8th edition, held in Scotland, will present a unique opportunity to bring together scientists and

practitioners, experts and enthusiasts from a range of professional interests and disciplines involved in the promotion of

Active Ageing. The program will include keynote papers, thematic symposia, networking events, poster sessions and

practical workshops. These will cover a range of conditions and topics related to ageing, but also meet a wide range of

professional interests including motivation, measurement, the environment and professional development and training.

Contact: info@wcaa2012.com Website: http://www.wcaa2012.com/

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August 27-30, 2012 - St Gallen, SWITZERLAND: The 2012 WDA Forum will address the theme:

“2022 - 10 years to shape the demographic shift!” The 8th World Forum will take place in a year that is particularly focused on

issues related to demography and ageing. In 2012, the United Nations will assess the Madrid International Action Plan on

Ageing; the WHO has dedicated 2012 to Ageing and Health, and the European Union has declared 2012 the year of Active

Ageing and Intergenerational Solidarity.

The WDA Forum brings together experts concerned with ageing, population dynamics/trends, migration, health, finance,

natural resources, innovation, as well as business leaders and non-governmental actors from around the world. Leading

academics from a range of disciplines - demography, political science, life science, economics, medicine, sociology - further

contribute to the very special mix which makes the WDA Forum as interdisciplinary and international as possible.

Contact: info@wdaforum.org Website: http://www.wdaforum.org

13-16 September 2012 - Mar del Plata, ARGENTINA: The 3rd MERCOSUR Regional Congress of Gerontology & Geriatrics will be conducted by the Sociedad Argentina de Gerontología y Geriatría (SAGG). This meeting will bring together the five member countries of the MERCOSUR (Mercado Común del Sur - Southern Common Market): Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay and Venezuela. During four days this scientific meeting aims to bring last developments for the quality of life of older persons and is an occasion for the Latin American specialists to update their knowledge on the regional issues related to gerontology and geriatrics. Contact: info@sagg.org.ar Website: http://www.sagg.org.ar

September 26-28, 2012 - Brussels, BELGIUM: The 8th Congress of the European Union Geriatric Medicine Society (EUGMS) will be hosted by the Belgian Society for Gerontology and Geriatrics and will be dedicated to “Clinical Aspects of Longevity”. The event will take place at the Square Brussels Meeting Centre and will offer a variety of high quality continuing education sessions, eligible for European Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits. These include invited symposia, submitted symposia, an educational Core Curriculum and satellite symposia. Sessions will include information focused on topics in accordance with the theme of the Congress, “Clinical Aspects of Longevity”. Contact: s.sommer@clq-group.com Website: http://www.eugmsbrussels2012.org/

October 4-6, 2012 - Vienna, AUSTRIA: The 22nd Alzheimer Europe Conference will be entitled “Changing perception, practise and policy”. The event setup by the non-profit Organisation aims to improve the care and treatment of Alzheimer patients in Europe. Last year’s conference in Warsaw, Poland brought together more than 470 delegates from nearly 40 countries. The organizers will welcome abstracts on the following topics: Assistive technologies Care services Carer support Consent, advance directives and guardianship systems Dementia-friendly communities Diagnosis End-of-life issues Epidemiology Involving people with dementia

Long-term care National dementia strategies Perceptions of dementia Prevention Psycho-social interventions Quality of life Socio-economic cost of dementia Stigma and discrimination Treatment

Contact: info@alzheimer-europe.org Website: http://www.Alzheimer-europe.org/EN/conferences

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October 20-21, 2012 - HONG KONG: The Hong Kong Geriatrics Society will host the Asia Pacific Geriatrics Conference (APGC) cum Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) 2012 at the Eaton Smart Hotel, Hong Kong. The APGC is a biennial event which attracts eminent local and overseas geriatricians and gerontologists to participate, including geriatricians and physicians of other medical sub-specialties, family physicians, nurses and allied health professionals sharing the same interest in geriatric medicine. With the theme of “Practising Geriatrics in the Ageing Community”, a high quality 2-day program covering topics related to bone health and falls, cognitive impairment, cardiovascular diseases, community service models, COPD, diabetes, end of life care, geriatrics nursing, liaison with hospital care (acute care for the elderly), long term care, nutrition, rehabilitation, renal failure and stroke has been developed. Contact: apgc2012@mci-group.com Website: http://www.globalevent.hk/apgc2012/

October 24-25, 2012 - Barcelona, SPAIN: A European Conference on “Towards an active ageing at home” is organized by ACCEPLAN, the social innovation research group of the University Institute of European Studies (IUEE) in Barcelona. Different initiatives and experiences aimed to promote active, independent and safe ageing in the community will be presented and the need for a common European concept of “ageing at home” will be discussed. The conference wishes to improve knowledge and promote the role of home for an active and independent ageing. Fields involved include: health, social services, housing renovation and modifications, assistive technologies, etc. The conference is addressed to public and private agents promoting the well-being and inclusion of the elder population in their living environment such as administrations at local, regional and national level, service providers, ICT producers, researchers, housing professionals, designers and users. Contact: acceplan@gmail.com Website: http://jornades.uab.cat/ageathome

October 24-26, 2012 - Vancouver, CANADA: The 3rd International Conference on Violence in the Health Sector is organized on the theme “Linking local initiatives with Global Learning”. Work related aggression and violence within the health and social services sector is a major problem which diminishes the quality of working life for staff, compromises organizational effectiveness and ultimately impacts negatively on the provision and quality of care. These problems pervade both service settings and occupational groups. The specific aims of the conference are • To sensitize stakeholders to the issue of violence in the health care sector • To understand the manifestations and the human, professional and economic implications of violence in the health care sector • To promote effective sustainable initiatives and strategies to create safe environments for workers and clients in the health care sector • To present initiatives which respond to the problem, and have transferable learning for efforts in broader service and geographical contexts • Contact: conference.management@freeler.nl Website: http://www.oudconsultancy.nl/vancouver/violence/invitation-third.html

October 25-27, 2012 - Manchester, UNITED KINGDOM: The 12th annual gathering of the International Society of Geriatric Oncology (SIOG) is the leading conference for experts in the fields of oncology and geriatrics. Its purpose is to foster the development of health professionals specializing in geriatric oncology, in order to optimize treatment of older adults with cancer. More than 300 professionals will be attending the meeting; including scientists and physicians in the fields of oncology and geriatrics, nurses, nurse practitioners, and health professionals who are interested in and or involved in the management of older patients with cancer. The event will bring together internationally renowned opinion leaders who will share their experiences and discuss treatment plans. It will allow national representatives to gather and present a coordinated plan with the aim to progress the “10 Priorities” for the development of geriatric oncology worldwide. Contact: info@siogweb.org Website: www.siog.org

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October 29-31, 2012 - Monte Carlo, MONACO: The 5th edition of the meeting on Clinical Trials on Alzheimer’s Disease (CTAD), will take place in Monte Carlo. CTAD 2012 will once again bring the key leaders involved in clinical trials to appreciate the full spectrum of AD from an asymptomatic stage through dementia, discuss the development of the next generation of Alzheimer’s disease treatments as well as learn to harmonize the various neuro-imaging techniques and their analyses. Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most important health challenges worldwide. This conference will also focus on new results, actual and future methodological issues, disease-modifying outcomes, biomarkers, fundamental research, new therapeutics, biomarkers and impact on healthcare economy. CTAD will again be an opportunity to hear about the clinical experiences of international teams, exchange with your peers on the difficulties and challenges of Alzheimer’s disease and take home some hands-on therapeutic and methodological tools to improve and reinforce AD clinical trials teams. Contact: ctad@ant-congres.com Website: http://www.ctad.fr

August 26-29, 2013 - St Gallen,

SWITZERLAND: The 9th World Democratic and Ageing Forum 2013 will take place at the University of St Gallen and will

address the theme: “The Power of Demography - Destiny, Crisis or Opportunity?” As the leading platform to address

demographic and ageing issues in an interdisciplinary way, it is the

aim of the WDA Forum to stimulate the dialogue and networking among experts, organisations and interest groups engaged

in the discussion concerning “Demographic Change“. More information will be given later.

Contact: info@wdaforum.org Website: http://www.wdaforum.org

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