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A Meaningful Event Held to Commemorate the International Day of Older Persons

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Yayın Tarihi : 29/09/2026

As part of the International Day of Older Persons, observed on October 1, an awareness-raising event was organized for students by the Elderly Care Program of Bartın University School of Health Services on September 29, 2026.

The event focused on the life stories and scientific contributions of scientists who have made their mark on the history of science through their inventions, scientific studies, and achievements in the fields of medicine and healthcare, and who continued to contribute to science and society well into their later years.

During the event, which was conducted by the faculty members of the Elderly Care Program, it was emphasized that aging is not an obstacle to productivity, learning, or scientific achievement. The scientists’ lifelong dedication to their work, scientific curiosity, and contributions to humanity were shared with the students.

The event also addressed active and productive aging, lifelong learning, and the social value of the knowledge and experience possessed by older adults. The event aimed to foster positive perspectives among students toward aging and older adulthood and to increase their awareness of the value of older individuals in social life.

The event concluded with the students sharing their views and reflections.

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