Care for the Elderly: Do's & Don'ts

Alumni Events and Activities Past Event Care for the Elderly: Do's & Don'ts

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Dr. Paul Shea

Voluntary Guest Speaker:

Dr. Paul Shea (geriatrics specialist)

Date: 11 October 2010 (Monday)

Time: 7:00-8:30pm

Venue: Serena Yang Lecture Theatre, Homantin Campus

Organizer: Alumni Affairs Office, Public Affairs Unit

	Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (Edinburgh)
	President of Hong Kong Public Doctors' Association (2005 to 2007)

Geriatrics specialist Dr Paul Shea delivered a talk on 'Care for the Elderly: Dos and Don'ts' on October 11 in the presence of 200 attendees. Dr Shea shared tips for a healthy lifestyle and longevity. He suggested that elderly people should do more aerobic exercise such as Tai Chi or swimming, and pay attention to foot care and household safety. He also advised them to take part in social activities and make new friends to keep their minds alert and active.