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This study looks at whether it is safe to stop antibiotics early in people aged 65 and older who are in the hospital for a viral lung infection. Many older patients get antibiotics even when they have a virus, which can cause side effects and lead to antibiotic resistance. The re…

This study is testing whether a team of doctors from different specialties can create better treatment plans for older adults with lung cancer. About 2,000 people aged 60-90 with newly diagnosed lung cancer will receive personalized care based on a comprehensive health assessment…

This study tests whether metformin, a common diabetes medication, can improve memory and thinking in overweight or obese older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). 54 participants will receive either metformin plus lifestyle advice or lifestyle advice alone for 26 weeks. …

This study tests whether giving elderly patients with kidney disease a personalized amount of fluids, guided by a lung water monitor, can prevent acute kidney injury after a heart procedure called coronary angiography. The trial involves 320 participants aged 60 and older with ch…

This study looks at the best treatment for people over 60 who had a stroke caused by a common heart condition called PFO (a small hole in the heart). It compares closing the hole with a device versus taking blood-thinning medication to prevent another stroke. Researchers will fol…

This study tests a friendly AI chatbot that guides people through telling their life stories to boost emotional well-being and sense of self. About 55 adults and seniors, including those with mental health conditions, will try the chatbot in a few sessions. The goal is to see if …

This study looks at whether using a positive airway pressure (PAP) machine at night can improve thinking, sleepiness, and quality of life in older veterans (age 60+) who have both COPD and obstructive sleep apnea. About 668 participants will use PAP therapy and be tested on memor…

This study follows 1,200 elderly patients (65+) having surgery to understand why some develop complications like confusion (delirium). Researchers collect blood samples and health data to find risk factors and build a tool to predict these problems. The goal is to improve care, n…

This study looks at whether certain blood markers and brain scans can help predict which older adults with memory loss and frailty will need to visit the emergency room within six months. Researchers will follow 110 participants aged 65 and older who have lost some independence. …