Study finds so-called super agers tend to have at least two key genetic advantages
Vanderbilt researchers report on the gene variant posing the greatest genetic risk of late-onset Alzheimer’s disease.
Sandra Simmons shares insights on mobility care in the hospital setting
The Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medical Association podcast interviews Sandra Simmons, PhD, about results from an observational study of nursing delivery of mobility assistance in long-term care…
Physicians dial up dementia specialists for enhanced support
James Powers, MD, a professor of geriatrics and CQA member at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, has a long nurtured a vision for dementia patients to improve their lives through telehealth…
Anticipating relapse in late-life depression
People with late-life depression often have recurrent depressive episodes despite receiving ongoing care and maintenance treatment, according to lead author of the study, CQA faculty member Warren…
Cardiorespiratory fitness preserves brain health as you age, study finds
Center for Quality Aging faculty member James Powers, MD, is encouraged by the correlation between cardiovascular fitness, exercise, and cognitive status in older adults.