NPR Series on "The Cost of Dying"
Nancy Carrasco, MD, David Merryman, PhD, and Sandra F. Simmons, PhD, MA, honored with endowed chairs
Vanderbilt's eight newest endowed chair holders were recognized by interm Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente, deans, colleagues, family members and donors Sept. 16 at the Vanderbilt Student Life Center.
Update on Shed-MEDS, The Largest Geriatric Deprescribing Intervention Trial To Date
Shed-MEDS is a randomized, controlled trial aiming to enroll 1,300 patients. Adjusting for expected mortality, the trial will compare outcomes between deprescribed and control cohorts.
Opioids: NPT Reports Town Hall Premieres Thursday, April 18, at 9 p.m.
Nashville Public Television periodically hosts town hall style conversations on the issues facing Middle Tennessee communities. Host LaTonya Turner moderates the discussion between experts and residents of the region.
See page 18 and 19 in the social scene for Bluebird at Belmont Coverage
Spotlight: Vanderbilt CMP Project Finding Published in National Journal
Reducing antipsychotic medicine use in nursing homes: A qualitative study of nursing staff perceptions
Nutrition Presentation at Boomers, Elders, and More
Many older adults with dementia do not eat and drink a sufficient amount to maintain a healthy weight. Dr. Sandra Simmons joined the Boomers, Elders, and More Lunchtime Series to describe specific strategies care providers can use to promote nutritional health for their loved ones. To view her PowerPoint slides, click here.
Nashville Public Television's Aging Matters
As part of NPT's Aging Matter Series, Dr. Sandra Simmons of the Center for Quality Aging was interviewed for the special titled "Living with Alzheimer's and Dementia." More information is available at wnpt.org/agingmatters or via NPT's Facebook page. See the excerpt below:
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