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Pillars of Strength: A Photo Exhibit Celebrating Seniors
On October 1, Sanofi Pasteur invites you to celebrate National Seniors Day! Seniors are cherished members of our communities, contributing to our lives in countless ways. Let’s...
Press Release: World’s largest dementia study reveals two thirds of people think dementia is a normal part of ageing, rather than a medical condition
95 per cent of participants think they could develop dementia in their lifetime – a survey of 70,000 people across 155 countries reveals 2 in 3 people still think that dementia...
Media Release: BCCPA urges care providers to offer high-dose flu vaccine to seniors in long-term care
By: BC Care Providers Association Burnaby, B.C. (September 6, 2019): BC Care Providers Association (BCCPA) is calling upon care providers across British Columbia to make...
Press Release: Uniting Diverse Groups to Improve Adult Influenza Vaccination in Canada
Press Release Improving adult influenza vaccination in Canada, six key considerations highlighted from the expert meeting consensus statement. September 5, 2019 Toronto, Ontario...
Press Release: “Adult Vaccination in the Asia Pacific: Mobilizing Policy and Practice Knowledge” Report
IFA launches the report “Adult Vaccination in the Asia Pacific: Mobilizing Policy and Practice Knowledge” which highlights the context, barriers, gains and identified solutions...
Research published by the IFA suggests that influenza vaccination has an additional layer of benefits for older people and those suffering with chronic illness
July 4, 2019 Toronto, Ontario - A report released today by the International Federation on Ageing (IFA) highlights a key finding; the annual flu shot may have a protective effect...
Launching: “Targeted Communications: Worth the Shot” White Paper
IFA launches the white paper “Targeted Communications: Worth the Shot” which calls on stakeholders to use communication strategies to improve adult vaccination rates. 4 June 2019...
Adult Vaccination Consensus Statements on Mobilizing Policy and Public Health Communications
The International Federation on Ageing (IFA) is pleased to release the following consensus statements: Adult Vaccination in the Asia Pacific: Mobilizing Policy and Practice The...
Joint Statement: Stopping the Spread of Vaccine Misinformation
Vaccination is a proven mechanism for managing and eliminating life-threatening infectious diseases and is estimated to prevent approximately 2 - 3 million deaths each year. It...
Take Action: Iluvien Survey for Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Are you a person living with Diabetic Macular Edema (DME) or a caregiver for a person living with DME? The International Federation on Ageing (IFA), in partnership with the...
Webinar Announcement: What is the role for public policy and technology in increasing immunisation uptake across the life course?
What is the role for public policy and technology in increasing immunisation uptake across the life course? is the fourth webinar of the International Federation on Ageing (IFA)...
IFA Welcomes Three New Project Officers
The International Federation on Ageing is pleased to welcome Ms. Anna Sangster, Ms. Stephanie Sebastian and Ms. Helen Valkanas to the team as Project Officers this March/April....