British Geriatrics Society

The British Geriatrics Society (BGS) (/ˈbrɪtɪʃ dʒɛrɪˈætrɪks səˈsaɪəti/), is a professional association of health care professionals dedicated to improving healthcare for older people in the United Kingdom.

Etymology

The term "geriatrics" comes from the Greek gēras ("old age") and iatros ("healer"). The term "British" refers to the society's location and scope of operation, which is primarily in the United Kingdom.

History

The British Geriatrics Society was established in 1947 to promote the health and care of older people in Britain. It is one of the oldest and largest geriatric societies in the world.

Function

The BGS aims to improve healthcare for older people by connecting healthcare professionals, sharing knowledge, and setting standards in geriatric medicine. It provides education, research, and policy advocacy in the field of geriatrics.

Related Terms

Geriatrics: The branch of medicine that focuses on health promotion, prevention, and treatment of disease and disability in later life.
Gerontology: The study of the social, psychological, cognitive, and biological aspects of ageing.
Healthcare professional: A person who provides preventive, curative, promotional, or rehabilitative health care services in a systematic way to people, families, or communities.
United Kingdom: A country in northwestern Europe that includes England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

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