Simple cooling tricks tested to shield seniors from deadly heat
NCT ID NCT05484739
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether water spray, fans, or both can reduce heat-related stress on the heart and body in older adults. One hundred healthy volunteers aged 65 and older will sit in a hot climate chamber while researchers measure their temperature and heart function. The goal is to find easy, low-cost ways to keep seniors safe during heat waves.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to simple, low-cost cooling strategies to protect older adults during heat waves.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study in healthy volunteers, so results may not apply to those with medical conditions. The cooling methods are low-risk but may not be effective for everyone.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
RECRUITINGDallas, Texas, 75231, United States
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