Massive study tracks heart risks in seniors for decades
NCT ID NCT00005133
First seen Feb 03, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 14 times
Summary
This study followed nearly 6,000 adults aged 65 and older to learn what factors predict heart disease, stroke, and related disabilities. Researchers measured known risks like high blood pressure and diabetes to see how they affect older people's health over time. The goal was to better understand and eventually prevent these conditions in seniors.
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Locations
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Johns Hopkins University
Hagerstown, Maryland, 21205, United States
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University of California, Davis
Sacramento, California, 95817, United States
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University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States
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University of Vermont
Colchester, Vermont, 05446, United States
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University of Washington
Seattle, Washington, 98115, United States
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Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157, United States
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