BGS founding member and revolutionary geriatrician Marjory Warren was born on 28 October 1897. On her birthday, BGS Past President and historian Michael Denham reflects on her contribution to modern geriatric medicine.
Download and view slides from the QI in the Healthcare of Older People event held on 3-4 October 2019 in Leeds.
View slides from the South West BGS and Ageing Specialty Group CRN Southwest Meeting 2019 held on 3 October 2019 in Exeter.
'Fun' and 'safe' do not have to be opposite concepts, writes Susan Shenkin.
How you can get involved with our 'fun-guarding' project and become a 'fun-guardian' in your area
Trisha Elliott reflects on how she would like fun to be guarded when she approaches frailty in older age.
Consider whether an activity will bring joy to an older person over whether it is socially appropriate, says Jenni Mack.
Talk to residents about what they want to achieve and you might be surprised, says Caroline Benham.
Many of our most important and fun moments relate to our family, explains David Attwood.
The first article in our fun-guarding series, George Coxon sets out what fun-guarding is and why it is important.
What is 'big data', what can it do for geriatric medicine and how can you get involved?
This issue features how to help maintain good oral health in older people and gives a snapshot of the political landscape following the appointment of a new Prime Minister.