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FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH POOR HIGHLY ACTIVE ANTIRETROVIRAL THERAPY (HAART) MEDICATION ADHERENCE AMONG OLDER ADULTS LIVING WITH HIV IN THE U.S.
Title
FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH POOR HIGHLY ACTIVE ANTIRETROVIRAL THERAPY (HAART) MEDICATION ADHERENCE AMONG OLDER ADULTS LIVING WITH HIV IN THE U.S.
Author
Witt, Brian
Date Created
2016
Subjects--Topical
Public health, Epidemiology, Medical sciences
Description
Background: In the U.S., the number of individuals living with HIV aged 50 years and older has been consistently increasing. Using Centers for Disease Control and Prevention epidemiological data, researchers estimated that in 2015, more than half ...
High-Risk Medication Use: The Dilemma in the Older Adult
Title
High-Risk Medication Use: The Dilemma in the Older Adult
Author
Freeland, Julie
Date Created
2018
Subjects--Topical
Nursing
Description
JULIE FREELAND. High-Risk Medication Use: The Dilemma in the Older Adult Population. (Under the direction of DR. MEREDITH TROUTMAN-JORDAN) Introduction: The use of high-risk medications in the older adult population is an issue currently gaining a...
Reconceptualizing the Engagement of Older Adults in the Use of Interactive Technology
Title
Reconceptualizing the Engagement of Older Adults in the Use of Interactive Technology
Author
Lee, Lina
Date Created
2021
Subjects--Topical
Information technology
Description
A "silver tsunami" is on its way. Silver tsunami refers to the rapid aging of the population and, in particular, of the baby boomer generation. This demographic shift has moved the focus of researchers, designers, health care providers, and policy...
Structured Exercise versus Physical Activity on Energy Expenditure and Sleep Quality in Community-dwelling Older Adults
Title
Structured Exercise versus Physical Activity on Energy Expenditure and Sleep Quality in Community-dwelling Older Adults
Author
Wilcox, Ali
Date Created
2018
Subjects--Topical
Kinesiology, Gerontology
Description
Regular physical activity is known to increase lifespan, prevent chronic diseases,improve cognitive maintenance, increase self-efficacy, decrease mortality, and reducerisk of falls in older adults. 60% of older adults report not participating in r...
THE IMPACT OF ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY DEVICE USE ON THE PARTICIPATION LEVELS AND LIVING ARRANGEMENT DECISIONS OF OLDER ADULTS
Title
THE IMPACT OF ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY DEVICE USE ON THE PARTICIPATION LEVELS AND LIVING ARRANGEMENT DECISIONS OF OLDER ADULTS
Author
Walsh, Judith
Date Created
2014
Subjects--Topical
Government policy, Gerontology
Description
Using a nationally representative sample of older adults, this dissertation examines the use of assistive technology devices (ATDs) designed to aid with mobility and sensory functioning and to improve one's capacity to perform activities of daily ...