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Age-friendly Environments ECHO Mentorship Program
Anatomy of an ECHO The ECHO Model has been leveraged across many fields including education and social justice. There are more than 860 ECHO networks in 44 countries that have...
Pay your homage to Kawaldip Sehmi on his online memorial
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kawaldip Sehmi on Tuesday, 1st August 2023. In honor of Kawaldip's remarkable life and contributions, an online memorial...
Launch of the World Health Organization’s World Rehabilitation Alliance
As an advocate for older persons, the International Federation on Ageing (IFA) recognizes that rehabilitation is critical to the maintenance of individuals’ functional ability...
IFA concludes successful 16th Global Conference in Bangkok, Thailand
Key takeaways - - The International Federation on Ageing (IFA) successfully concluded its 16th Global Conference in Bangkok, Thailand, focusing on the theme of "Challenge,...
IFA Special Announcement | The IFA President, Mr. Graeme Prior, announces Dr. Jane Barratt departure as Secretary General of IFA
Key takeaways -- The IFA President, Mr. Graeme Prior, at the recent IFAs 16th Global Conference on Ageing in Bangkok, Thailand, announced the departure of the Secretary...
No time for complacency warn international public health and healthy ageing experts as WHO announces that COVID-19 is no longer a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC)
The International Federation on Ageing (IFA), the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP), the International Longevity Centre UK (ILC), Shot@Life and the World Federation...
Join the Global Conversation on Ageing: The 16th IFA Global Conference in Bangkok 2023
As the global population ages, it becomes increasingly important to address the unique challenges and opportunities that arise with an ageing population. That's why the...
As Ontario Announces Forced Biosimilar Switching, Ophthalmologists Are Latest Specialty to Raise Concerns
February 28, 2023 TORONTO, ONTARIO – Physicians and their patients- and not a government – should choose which biologic medicine to use, according to a new survey of Canadian...
Shingles Awareness Week 2023 (Canada)
Highlighting the gaps in knowledge and services for Shingles in Canada Herpes zoster (shingles) is caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus. (1) ...
Policy priorities for protecting adults at risk of severe illness from RSV
Policy priorities for protecting adults at risk of severe illness from RSV Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common cause of respiratory tract infection. The burden of...
The 16th Global Conference Keynote Speaker
IFA to Announce Prof. Denise Eldemire-Shearer as Keynote Speaker at the16th Global Conference on AgeingThe International Federation on Ageing is pleased to announce Denise...
United Nations Side Event: February 2023
Prioritizing the rights of older persons for decent work, productive employment, and full participation in society The International Federation on Ageing (IFA) co-hosts a...