HLTHAGE 1BB3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Geriatrics, Population Ageing
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Gerontology- systematic study of aging. multidisciplinary so includes medical professionals, clinical scientists, and social scientists studying it. Aims to produce accurate knowledge about aging to improve the lives of older persons. > how to improve lives of older people. National multidisciplinary scienti c and education association established to provide. Member of the international association of gerontology and geriatrics. Vision:to be the canadian authority on individual and population aging. Mission:improve the lives of older canadians through the creation and dissemination of knowledge in gerontological policy, practice, research and education leadership in matters related to the aging population.