UAMS Age Wise (by the Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative)

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UAMS Age Wise (by the Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative)

America’s population is aging rapidly, and this podcast is here to dive deep into the challenges facing the older population. Experts from the Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative (AGEC) at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) talk about a variety of topics related to healthy aging. The AGEC’s mission is to provide high-quality programs that support healthy aging in Arkansas. The AGEC is funded by the Health Resources & Services Administration’s Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program under grant #U1QHP28723.

  1. 04/24/2023

    Utilizing Your Local Library with CALS

    On this special episode of Age Wise, we are joined by Tameka Lee, Communications Director at the Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) to discuss the wide variety of free services that CALS provides to Central Arkansans. On the AGEC website, you can find more information about all of the programs we offer. Follow our social media pages to keep up with our latest events and news! Website: agec.uams.eduFREE online programs: https://patientslearn.uams.edu/agec/Facebook: facebook.com/uamsagecTwitter: @uams_agecInstagram: @uams_agec

    26 min

  2. 04/17/2023

    The Importance of Respite Care

    On this special episode of Age Wise, we are joined by Carolyn Berry (Outreach & Education) with Alzheimer's Arkansas to discuss the importance of respite care, and the positive impact it can have on both caregivers and their loved ones. For more information, visit Alzheimer's Arkansas online: alzark.org On the AGEC website, you can find more information about all of the programs we offer. Follow our social media pages to keep up with our latest events and news! Website: agec.uams.eduFREE online programs: https://patientslearn.uams.edu/agec/Facebook: facebook.com/uamsagecTwitter: @uams_agecInstagram: @uams_agec

    20 min

  3. 04/10/2023

    Adaptive Exercises for Older Adults

    On this special episode of Age Wise, we are joined by the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education (ACHE) to discuss the importance of adaptive exercises in older adult health. Drs. Reed and Kaci Handlery are Assistant Professors at ACHE’s School of Physical Therapy. For more information, visit Arkansas Colleges of Health Education (ACHE) online: https://achehealth.edu On the AGEC website, you can find more information about all of the programs we offer. Follow our social media pages to keep up with our latest events and news! Website: agec.uams.eduFREE online programs: https://patientslearn.uams.edu/agec/Facebook: facebook.com/uamsagecTwitter: @uams_agecInstagram: @uams_agec

    16 min

  4. 09/30/2022 · BONUS

    The Health Benefits of Drinking Tea

    On this special episode of Age Wise, we discuss one of the world's most popular drinks: tea! Beyond being delicious and valuable to cultures all around the world, different types of tea have the potential to benefit you and your health. Tune in to hear how! Here, you can read the research we cite in this episode: 3:09: tea history and snack pairings 4:58: benefits of black tea 5:47: benefits of green tea (article one and article two) 6:33: benefits of oolong tea 7:15: benefits of white and peppermint tea 8:14: benefits of spearmint tea 8:47: benefits of chamomile tea 9:20: benefits of hibiscus tea (article one and article two) 9:57: benefits of sage tea (article one and article two) On the AGEC website, you can find more information about all of the programs we offer. Follow our social media pages to keep up with our latest events and news! Website: agec.uams.edu FREE online programs: https://patientslearn.uams.edu/agec/ Facebook: facebook.com/uamsagec Twitter: @uams_agec Instagram: @uams_agec

    12 min

  5. 05/16/2022

    What’s New About Colorectal Cancer Screenings

    In this episode, learn the latest information about colorectal cancer screenings. Listen in to hear clips for our program with UAMS Department of Family & Preventive Medicine; and in particular, Partnerships in Colorectal Cancer Screening- Arkansas (PICS AR). Our guest speakers were  Marybeth Curtis, BSN, and Stacey George, MSN, APRN. For more information on colorectal cancer screenings, you can call Community Health & Education at 501-650-4552. On the AGEC website, you can find more information about all of the programs we offer. Follow our social media pages to keep up with our latest events and news! Website: agec.uams.edu FREE online programs: https://patientslearn.uams.edu/agec/ Facebook: facebook.com/uamsagec Twitter: @uams_agec Instagram: @uams_agec

    28 min

  6. 05/02/2022

    Naloxone: Opioid Overdoses and How it Helps

    In this episode, learn about the Arkansas Naloxone Project. Listen to clips from a discussion presented by Arkansas Drug Director Kirk Lane. On the AGEC website, you can find more information about all of the programs we offer. Follow our social media pages to keep up with our latest events and news! Website: agec.uams.edu FREE online programs: https://patientslearn.uams.edu/agec/ Facebook: facebook.com/uamsagec Twitter: @uams_agec Instagram: @uams_agec

    22 min

  7. 04/18/2022

    Emergency Preparedness for Older Adults Part II

    In this episode, learn about emergency preparedness for older adults. THV11 Meteorologist, Skot Covert shares tips on staying prepared for natural disasters and emergencies in this two-part series. On the AGEC website, you can find more information about all of the programs we offer. Follow our social media pages to keep up with our latest events and news! Website: agec.uams.edu FREE online programs: https://patientslearn.uams.edu/agec/ Facebook: facebook.com/uamsagec Twitter: @uams_agec Instagram: @uams_agec

    16 min

  8. 04/04/2022

    Emergency Preparedness for Older Adults Part I

    In this episode, learn about emergency preparedness for older adults. THV11 Meteorologist, Skot Covert shares tips on staying prepared for natural disasters and emergencies in this two-part series.  On the AGEC website, you can find more information about all of the programs we offer. Follow our social media pages to keep up with our latest events and news! Website: agec.uams.edu FREE online programs: https://patientslearn.uams.edu/agec/ Facebook: facebook.com/uamsagec Twitter: @uams_agec Instagram: @uams_agec

    35 min
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America’s population is aging rapidly, and this podcast is here to dive deep into the challenges facing the older population. Experts from the Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative (AGEC) at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) talk about a variety of topics related to healthy aging. The AGEC’s mission is to provide high-quality programs that support healthy aging in Arkansas. The AGEC is funded by the Health Resources & Services Administration’s Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program under grant #U1QHP28723.

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