FUNCTIONAL DECLINE

This study tests whether sending nostalgic, personal messages and asking people to track their steps can encourage older adults (ages 65-74) to walk more. Over 14 days, 1,000 participants will receive daily messages through a mobile app. Some will also track their steps. The goal…

This study looks at whether an electronic comprehensive geriatric assessment (eCGA) can be used in primary care for adults aged 65 and older. Researchers will track frailty over 12 months and compare patient self-reports with doctor assessments. A smaller group will also try a pe…

This observational study will follow 100 medically fragile adults with conditions like stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, or certain fractures. The goal is to see if remote check-ins via video calls can reliably spot declines in mobility and thinking, compared to in…

This study will review the medical charts of 100 frail older adults seen at a geriatric clinic in Denmark. Researchers want to find out how many of these patients are taking drugs that block acetylcholine, a brain chemical important for memory and alertness. These drugs can cause…

This study follows 280 older adults (65+) who visit the emergency room after a simple fall but are not hospitalized. Researchers want to see how often their ability to do daily tasks like bathing or dressing declines in the month after the fall. Participants answer questions abou…