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Equal Health Access at Every Age: “The Rights of Older Adults Are Human Rights”
“Older adults make significant social and economic contributions in Canada,” says Dr. Jane Barratt, Secretary General of the International Federation on Ageing (IFA). “They’re the glue that holds the fabric of this country together. They’re resilient. They have ambition and commitment. And yet, the system has failed to address the diversity, strength, and rights of our older population. The rights of older adults are human rights.”
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In these unprecedented pandemic times, ageism in a variety of forms has become a matter of life and death. The following collection of images and stories aims to break down stereotypes of older people by showing their resilience, strength and tenacity throughout COVID-19 and beyond. Have a story to share? Use #Agequality and tag @IntFedAgeing
Press Release: Consensus Statement Highlights Necessary Factors to Boost Cognitive Reserve
The International Federation on Ageing (IFA) is excited to launch a consensus statement from the Copenhagen Summit on cognitive reserve. Held in October 2019 in partnership with DaneAge, the Summit brought together over 75 delegates from 22 countries, comprising of public health policy makers, international organizations focused on ageing and brain health, academia and policy advocacy experts.
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Celebrating Innovations in Ageing and Brain Health at #ifaTO2018
Cognitive Health Innovation Contest Winners Innovation is at the heart of one’s imagination and inspires positive change. The Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation (CABHI)...
An Economic Analysis of Flu Vaccination
The IFA welcomes guest blogger Mr David Sinclair, Director, ILC-UK New research by the International Longevity Centre – UK (ILC-UK) argues that Government should take into...
#AIDSageism: Raising Awareness for Older People with HIV
With one in four Canadians with HIV exceeding the age of 50, Realize, a national, charitable organization that responds to the rehabilitation needs of people living with...