Completing The CircleMedicines and older people with visual and/or hearing impairment
Tuesday, 2nd May 2023, 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Registration from 9:00 amThis interactive event is an opportunity to learn about the results of a research programme to promote the safe and effective use of medicines by older people with visual and/or hearing impairment and loss, and to contribute to future research on this topic.
A mixture of short presentations, small group discussions and exhibitions will explore themes inclusing older people; sensory impairment - visual and/or hearing; and the safe and effective use of medicines.
Please note this event will take place in the Technology & Innovation Centre which has good accessibility.
Keynote Speakers
Professor Margaret C Watson, Professor of Health Services Research and Pharmacy Practice, University of Strathclyde.
Dr Marilyn Lennon, Reader, University of Strathclyde.
Dr Emma Nicol, Lecturer, University of Strathclyde.
Dr Tom Welsh, Consultant Geriatrician, Royal United Hospital, Bath.
Who should attend?
This event will be of interest to:
- People with hearing and/or visual impairment, particularly older people and those who use medicines
- Third sector organisations involved with sensory impairment and/or older people.
- Health and social care professionals e.g. pharmacists, prescribers, involved with medicines management
- Policy organisations
Benefits of attending
This event will present the results of a research programme that explored the challenges experienced by older people with sensory impairment in terms of managing their medicines and potential solutions to some of these challenges. Delegates will have the opportunity to share their opinions and suggestions for future development.
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