Understanding Frailty In Older People: An Epidemiological Insight
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$314,644.00
Summary
We need to find better and more efficient ways to identify older people at risk of poor outcomes. The measurement of frailty, a key concept in geriatric medicine, may provide this exact information. The proposed research will investigate frailty in large-scale population datasets across both community and hospital settings. Results can be used to guide patient management, influence public health policy and inform future intervention studies.
Causes, Consequences And Costs Of Injury-related Hospitalisations For People With Dementia: Identifying Opportunities For Prevention And Enhanced Management
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$320,891.00
Summary
People with dementia have higher hospitalisation rates and poorer health outcomes than those of similar age without dementia. Injury is the most common cause of hospitalisation for people with dementia, however little is known about the hospitalisation experience for people with dementia who have an injury. This research will explore the influence of dementia on hospital admissions, clinical care, health outcomes and economic costs of older people with an injury to inform policy and practice.
Supporting Informed Choice For Management Of Screen Detected Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS) Among Older Women (70 Years And Over)
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$314,644.00
Summary
DCIS refers to abnormal changes in the breast that may or may not lead to breast cancer later on. Screening women over 70 means more DCIS will be found and treated by surgery, radiotherapy, and other treatments. To avoid unnecessary treatment, some DCIS patients could instead have regular checks (monitoring). This research will develop a tool to help women over 70 with DCIS to make an informed choice between monitoring or immediate treatment, and test whether this improves their quality of life.
Improving Cardiovascular Disease Risk Assessment And Management In Older Adults (aged 75+) By Supporting Clinician And Patient Decision-making
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$294,892.00
Summary
The prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) could play a significant role in improving the health and quality of life of older adults. However, guidance for treating adults aged 75+ is limited and they may not be receiving the appropriate CVD care. This project will explore the opinions of doctors and older adults regarding the prevention of CVD and develop a tool to support decision-making in this area. The research will positively influence the prevention of CVD among older Australians.