November 1, 2020
Aging Population
Policy Statement
Doctors of BC Position: Preventing frailty requires a multidisciplinary and multisectoral approach. Doctors of BC calls on the government to update its provincial healthy aging strategy to include prioritization of frailty prevention and improving access to and funding for pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions that support frailty prevention. Older adults and their caregivers should also be supported to utilize programs, services, and technology to stay connected with their community.