Understanding how heat waves affect the elderly's heart health
Heat waves and the elderly: reducing thermal and cardiovascular consequences
This study looks at how heat waves affect heart health in older adults and compares their responses to younger people, while also testing ways to help them stay cool and safe during extreme heat.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ut Southwestern Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Dallas, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10914854 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of heat waves on cardiovascular health in elderly individuals, focusing on how aging affects their ability to cope with extreme heat. The study will evaluate cardiovascular responses during simulated heat wave conditions, comparing the elderly to younger adults. It will also explore cooling strategies, such as skin wetting, to reduce heat-related stress on the heart. By understanding these dynamics, the research aims to identify effective interventions to protect the elderly during heat waves.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are elderly individuals who may be at risk during heat waves due to cardiovascular conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who are not elderly or those without cardiovascular concerns may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing heat-related cardiovascular issues in the elderly.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that heat exposure significantly affects cardiovascular health, but this specific approach to mitigating risks in the elderly is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Dallas, United States
- Ut Southwestern Medical Center — Dallas, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Crandall, Craig G — Ut Southwestern Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Crandall, Craig G
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.