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Peer reviewedOrel, Nancy A.; Wright, Jeanne M.; Wagner, Jennifer – Gerontologist, 2004
This study investigated the availability of printed human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) education/prevention materials from state departments of public health within the United States, which specifically targeted the older adult population. Information on HIV/AIDS from public health departments in each of…
Descriptors: Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Prevention, Public Health, Older Adults
Peer reviewedHughes, Susan L.; Seymour, Rachel B.; Campbell, Richard; Pollak, Naomi; Huber, Gail; Sharma, Leena – Gerontologist, 2004
Purpose: This study assessed the impact of a low cost, multicomponent physical activity intervention for older adults with lower extremity osteoarthritis. Design and Methods: A randomized controlled trial compared the effects of a facility-based multiple-component training program followed by home-based adherence (n = 80) to a wait list control…
Descriptors: Program Effectiveness, Intervention, Self Efficacy, Public Health
Peer reviewedReynolds, Sandra L.; Saito, Yasuhiko; Crimmins, Eileen M. – Gerontologist, 2005
Purpose: The purpose of this article is to estimate the effect of obesity on both the length of life and length of nondisabled life for older Americans. Design and Methods: Using data from the first 3 waves of the Asset and Health Dynamics Among the Oldest Old (AHEAD) survey, this article develops estimates of total, active, and disabled life…
Descriptors: Obesity, Older Adults, Aging (Individuals), Gerontology
Peer reviewedHughes, Susan L.; Williams, Barbara; Molina, Lourdes C.; Bayles, Constance; Bryant, Lucinda L.; Harris, Jeffrey R.; Hunter, Rebecca; Ivey, Susan; Watkins, Ken – Gerontologist, 2005
Purpose: Although increased participation in physical activity by older adults is a major public health goal, little is known about the supply and use of physical activity programs in the United States. Design and Methods: Seven academic centers in diverse geographic areas surveyed physical activity programs for older adults. Five sites conducted…
Descriptors: Public Health, Physical Activities, Health Promotion, Older Adults
Direct linkBank, Adam L.; Arguelles, Soledad; Rubert, Mark; Eisdorfer, Carl; Czaja, Sara J. – Gerontologist, 2006
Purpose: Dementia caregiving is a rapidly growing public health problem. Logistical problems prevent many caregivers from utilizing available interventions. This article provides a demonstration of the usefulness of technology for conducting telephone-based support groups in ethnically diverse dementia caregivers. Design and Methods: Participants…
Descriptors: Dementia, Social Support Groups, Cultural Differences, Caregivers
