When I head to Washington, I will be the first woman in Congress with a science PhD. That matters. At a time when science is under attack, Congress needs more leaders who understand the value of evidence-based decision-making.

Seen at Gallup Park. More representation of successful #aging! Exercise is truly the best medicine to longevity.

Research shows: Taking the supplement glucosamine for joint pain is safe for a healthy brain but is associated with further decline in people with Alzheimer’s or mild cognitive impairment. theconversation.com/glucosamine-...

Thursday Murder Club is such a charming read! I was thrilled to read in the acknowledgements that @richardosman1.bsky.social found inspiration from a retirement community! Positive experiences with older adults leading to positive (and realistic) portrayals of #aging - a #geriatricians dream!

Vaccines support more than disease prevention—they strengthen resilience. Hear from vaccine expert Dr. Barbara Resnick to explore the societal & personal value of immunization and how a resilience framework can promote healthy aging & strong communities. https://bit.ly/42Y59P1

"Cognitively stimulation" to preserve brain health doesn't mean expensive puzzle apps. Anything that involves sustained attention, organization, socialization, and/or tracking multiple steps can promote brain health. Love this story highlighting the power of dance! apnews.com/article/ment...

As #PrideMonth begins, new data from our National Poll on #HealthyAging focus on two topics related to LGBTQ+ people & aging: 🔵Social connections with LGBTQ+ people by non-LGBTQ+ people age 50+ 🔵Health & social disparities for LGBTQ+ people age 50+ Learn more: michmed.org/eny2q

There will never be another I Voted sticker as cool or as coveted as the shirt-ripping wolverine. But that shouldn't stop you from voting for top candidates for stickers for Michigan's midterm election! Vote for up to 9 of 30 options, narrowed from 2,000: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon...

Finding a health care provider with expertise in geriatrics is tough. Jerry Gurwitz, MD, of UMass Chan wrote a piece for The Conversation U.S. detailing five things older adults should discuss with their primary care doctor to get needed care: https://direc.to/o5fd #aging #geriatics

Please consider registering for Big Hearts for Seniors! BHFS benefits 6 organizations that support older adults in Washtenaw County. If that's not enough - who doesn't love a #gardenparty?! Use the QR code or learn more here: www.michiganmedicine.org/giving/fundr... #michiganmedicine

Asking our fellows how they enjoyed their first @amergeriatrics.bsky.social AGS conference #AGS25

Number needed to screen to prevent a death of various conditions in 85 year old women. DEXA has the biggest potential for harm reduction by orders if magnitude‼️ Data presented by Cathleen Colon-Emeric at #AGS25

Is anything more fun than talking to students and trainees about their interest in #geriatrics? We had so much fun at the #AGS25 resident breakfast about our fellowship program. We gave away a lot of swag but not quite all... If you see me at AGS come say hello and get your own block M gear 💙💛

Geriatricians repping Bluesky! Thank you #ags25 for connecting me with incredible #geriatricans like @jwoodardmd.bsky.social

Proud to be an AGS member today...LGBTI+ position statement...talking about how to ensure all feel safe and cared for as we age. #AGS25

Ethical considerations in decision making - important to move beyond the binary! Sharing decisions and seeking counsel is seen as wise in people with capacity but as weakness in people who lack capacity

Beyond honored to speak alongside three incredible advocates about capacity assessments, guardianship, decision-making frameworks, and promoting autonomy of older adults! @carolinevitale.bsky.social Emily Largent Jennifer Crumlish #ags25

We need to document clearly about WHAT the decision is and WHY the patient does/does not have capacity to limit future misinterpretations. @kahligoblue.bsky.social @amergeriatrics.bsky.social #ags25

How to manage behaviors and psychosocial symptoms of dementia BPSD)? First, it must be identified and quantified. Without quantification, we lack an objective way to assess for improvement? #AGS25

The "genderbread" person. A simple visual to navigate sex, gender, and identity. Thank you @amergeriatrics.bsky.social for standing firm in the advocacy of #LGBTQ+ older adults and providing critical education to the #geriatrics community #AGS25

The HHS restructuring proposal is a disservice to Americans. I offered my perspective regarding geriatrics programs. #gerisky #medsky www.startribune.com/opinion-what...

It’s great to see a growing community of #medsky folks from the Univ. of Michigan on this platform! Here’s a starter pack I’ve begun to compile - please share and ask to be added if you’re in any role at the Med School or the clinical world! go.bsky.app/NKhdFPM

Effective treatment of high blood pressure is low-cost and simple, and reduces the risk not only of heart attack, stroke, and kidney failure but also of dementia, according to an important new study.

Michigan Medicine Fellowship PD and APD @carolinevitale.bsky.social repping at #ADGAP! #AGS25

Innovative #meded tool in #geriatrics - Geri bingo! Created by @ucsfgeriatrics.bsky.social #AGS25

It's no secret #geriatrics has a workforce problem. Excellent discussion at #AGS25 #ADGAP re: recruitment strategies... 1. Combined pathways #GeriPal #GeriIM 2. A home for unmatched candidates - as a career shift or opportunity to bolster future applications with a geri lens 3. Earlier exposure

Join Dr. Amit Shah, Dr. Juliessa Pavon, and Dr. Peter Abadir at #AGS25 for "The Impact of AI on Academic Geriatrics" today at 2 pm CT. Explore how AI is already reshaping clinical care, education, and research in geriatrics! Visit our booth to see these innovations firsthand. #MedEd

We've just published a list of key #Medicaid - related findings from our members' research: ihpi.umich.edu/news-events/...

Joined Blue sky just in time for #AGS25! So excited to connect with other geriatricians and those passionate about the care of older adults. #geriatrics #meded #americangeriatricssociety