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This study compares two sedatives, remimazolam and midazolam, to see which one causes less confusion (delirium) after heart valve surgery. It involves 300 adults aged 65 or older. The goal is to find a safer option for anesthesia that reduces the risk of post-surgery confusion.

This study compares two types of exercise programs—multicomponent training and elastic band training—in women aged 70 to 75. Over 16 weeks, researchers will measure changes in physical fitness, balance, and quality of life. The goal is to find which approach works best for keepin…

This study will test if a smart wearable wristband can help older adults with disabilities become more active and improve their care. About 1,080 participants, including seniors, their caregivers, and healthcare providers, will use the wristband for 8 weeks. Researchers will meas…

This pilot study tests a 6-week program called WISDOM that uses WhatsApp and in-person sessions to teach older adults (60+) in Singapore how to find and use online health information. Researchers will compare participants who take the program with those who don't, to see if it im…

This study is testing a chatbot that gives personalized exercise advice to adults aged 65 and older who don't exercise regularly. The goal is to see if using the chatbot helps them exercise more and improves their memory and thinking. 90 participants will be split into two groups…

This study checks if a short questionnaire called G8 can correctly identify frailty in people aged 70 and older with solid tumors. Researchers will compare the G8 results with a full geriatric assessment in 150 patients. The goal is to see if the G8 tool works well for Portuguese…

This study looks at whether a special hospital program for older adults (65+) can improve their recovery after surgery. Researchers will compare death rates and complications within 28 days between patients in the new program and those receiving standard care. The goal is to lear…

This study looks at whether providing acute medical care at home for people aged 75 and older is as effective as sending them to the emergency department. Researchers will compare healthcare use and death rates between those who receive home-based care and those who go to the hos…