June 3, 2020 – The current COVID-19 pandemic has caused such stigma towards various groups, including people of Asian descent; people in close contact with the virus; but also older adults. Avoiding the use of terms that fuel stereotypes about older adults as fragile and vulnerable, spreading the facts, making sure to share trustworthy and evidence-informed information, reminding people about the importance of social cohesion, and encouraging intergenerational solidarity are all ways