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C - Reactive Protein, Coronary Heart Disease And Ischemic Stroke In The Elderly: The Cardiovascular Health Study, Xia Li
Theses and Dissertations
Background: C-reactive protein (CRP) has been associated with increased risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) and stroke, but much of the research had focused on middle-aged populations with, limited prospective, population-based, longitudinal data. In this study, we examined data from an elderly population and described the distribution of CRP concentrations and the prevalence of elevated CRP levels (>3 mg/l), examined the association between CRP levels and incidence of CHD or ischemic stroke, and assessed the potential interaction of CRP with sex or race on the incidence of CHD or ischemic stroke.Methods: Baseline CRP levels were measured in a cohort …
The Shepherd’S Center Of Richmond: Opportunities For Meaning And Personal Growth Through Service, Linda Frank
The Shepherd’S Center Of Richmond: Opportunities For Meaning And Personal Growth Through Service, Linda Frank
Case Studies from Age in Action
Educational Objectives
1. To inform Virginians about The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond, a non-profit service organization by, with, and for older adults.
2. To demonstrate the impact of volunteer service as a means to finding a sense of meaning and purpose in later life.
Parish Nursing: A Vital Piece To The Puzzle Of Care For Older Adults, Donna B. Coffman
Parish Nursing: A Vital Piece To The Puzzle Of Care For Older Adults, Donna B. Coffman
Case Studies from Age in Action
Educational Objectives
1. To generate awareness of the emerging practice of faith community/parish nursing and its implications for the overall improvement of health care.
2. To explore specific ways parish nursing can help meet the holistic health needs of older adults in local congregations
Elderfriends: Relieving Loneliness Among Elders, Kiersten Seeger Ware, Sarah Coble
Elderfriends: Relieving Loneliness Among Elders, Kiersten Seeger Ware, Sarah Coble
Case Studies from Age in Action
Educational Objectives
1. To discuss social isolation among older adults.
2. To promote awareness of the ElderFriends program, an intervention newly established in greater Richmond
3. To seek friendly visitors for the ElderFriends program.
Brain Health: Mending The Mind After Age 50, Susan Hardwicke
Brain Health: Mending The Mind After Age 50, Susan Hardwicke
Case Studies from Age in Action
Educational Objectives
1. Increase understanding of brain function and its potential to improve with age.
2. Describe an application of neuroscience, cognitive training, and nutrition for solving a problem associated with aging.
3. Evaluate neural plasticity with aging.