Understanding aging and health in older adults in Puerto Rico
Aging in Puerto Rico: Longitudinal Follow-Up of the PREHCO Study
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM · NIH-10623155
This study is looking at the health and well-being of older adults in Puerto Rico, aged 60 and up, to understand how events like Hurricane Maria and other life experiences affect their thinking, mobility, and mental health, and it involves friendly home visits and some simple tests to help gather important information.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BIRMINGHAM, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10623155 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the health and aging of older adults in Puerto Rico by following a unique cohort of individuals aged 60 and above. It aims to gather new data on cognitive function, disability, and mental health, particularly in relation to stressors from Hurricane Maria and other life events. Participants will undergo in-home assessments and provide biological samples to measure stress levels. The study builds on previous data collected over the last two decades, allowing researchers to analyze long-term health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 60 and above living in Puerto Rico.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 60 years or do not reside in Puerto Rico may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and interventions for aging-related health issues in older Puerto Rican adults.
How similar studies have performed: Similar longitudinal studies have successfully provided insights into aging and health, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
BIRMINGHAM, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM — BIRMINGHAM, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CROWE, MICHAEL GABRIEL — UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM
- Study coordinator: CROWE, MICHAEL GABRIEL
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.