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Summary The study investigates how the vulnerability of neighborhoods where caregivers live (in terms of environmental, social, economic and infrastructural risk) is associated with changes in visitation patterns to nursing homes during and after a major natural disaster: Hurricane Ian. Please follow the link below to read the full…
The UF Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Ron Shorr as a new Multiple Principal Investigator (MPI). Dr. Shorr brings exceptional clinical and research expertise in aging, with a particular focus on fall prevention and mobility-related outcomes…
Some people spring into action at dawn, while others prefer a slower start to their day. Whether you rise with a grin or a groan, scientists say your internal clock — known as the circadian rhythm — might influence that behavior and much more.
“Polls suggest Americans aged 65 and older are trying cannabis for the first time more than any other group in the country. This trend is propelled by decreased stigma and increased legalization, with 24 states and the District of Columbia allowing recreational use.” Click on the link below to continue reading this article, which features…
A new study coauthored by investigators in the UF Claude D. Pepper Center reveals that older adults with memory concerns are more likely to recreationally walk in neighborhoods that are quiet, green, and full of natural beauty. By shaping our streets to be more peaceful and pleasant for walking,…
Todd Manini, Ph.D., spoke in Ocala, Florida on November the 6th for the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition. The title of the lecture was: Gerotechnology Tools for Understanding Mobility Resilience in Late-Life Some of the newer tools being used include wearable sensors, mobile applications, and remote monitoring…
