Development and validation of a population risk tool (U-PoRT) to predict unmet healthcare needs in aging Canadians: Guiding population risk assessment and healthcare planning Chronic health problems are common among older Canadians, negatively impacting their wellbeing and independence.... Learn More
Association between modifiable risk factors and cognitive decline in people over the age of 45 with polypharmacy Polypharmacy, which is prevalent in older adults, is linked to adverse drug reactions, a... Learn More
Profiling oral health status and self-reported swallowing difficulties in adults with healthy aging and adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): a population-based analysis from the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging Swallowing, the ability to eat and drink, is a critical life skill that determines... Learn More
Diet and 6-year muscle and cognitive function trajectories in the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging: combining traditional and omics approaches While heart health studies recommend eating more plant-based proteins, healthy aging studies highlight the... Learn More
Examining the association between physical activity and social support in rural-dwelling Canadian older adults: an analysis of the Canadian Longitudinal Study of Aging This study looks at whether or not support from friends, family, and the community... Learn More
The impact of occupational complexity on cognition in clinical neuropsychology practice with the elderly In the field of clinical neuropsychology, the use of cognitive tests to identify cognitive... Learn More
Influence of health behaviours on life satisfaction of Canadian older adults: a secondary data analysis of the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging As the population of older Canadians (65 years and above) continues to grow, it... Learn More
Health or wealth? Socioeconomic status as a moderator of the association between healthy activity behaviours and cognitive function Engaging in physical activity, reducing sedentary behaviour (e.g., sitting), and getting sleep can promote... Learn More
Six-year trajectories of rehabilitation service utilization in aging Canadians with chronic musculoskeletal disorders: a population-based, longitudinal investigation to improve equitable access to rehabilitation Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions, such as back pain and arthritis, often lead to disability and... Learn More
Determining health-related, socio-economic, cultural and physical barriers limiting physical activity among older adult South Asian populations in Canada As Canada’s older adult population continues to grow, particularly among South Asian immigrants, concerns... Learn More
Evaluation of risk factors for retinal nerve fiber layer thinning in the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging As we age, our bodies undergo various changes, including those in our eyes. One... Learn More
Epigenetic aging and social adversity as synergistic predictors of oral health in older Canadians living with multimorbidity: a machine learning approach Oral health is an essential determinant of overall quality of life. As individuals age,... Learn More