An Effectiveness Evaluation for Pathway to Healthy Aging (Path-HA) Care on Health Status of Older Adults

Launched by THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG · Oct 23, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

The Pathway to Healthy Aging (Path-HA) clinical trial is studying how a special program can help improve the health and daily functioning of older adults who may be experiencing signs of faster aging. The program lasts for 14 weeks and aims to enhance the quality of life for participants by addressing factors like physical activity, nutrition, and mental well-being. In this trial, older adults aged 60 and above, who have at least two risk factors for accelerated aging—such as trouble moving, feelings of loneliness, or sleep issues—are invited to participate.

Participants will be randomly assigned to either receive the Path-HA care program or be part of a control group that does not receive the program. Those who take part can expect to engage in health education activities designed to support their well-being. This trial is currently recruiting, and it’s open to all genders, focusing on community-dwelling individuals who can communicate effectively with the research team. If you or a loved one meets the eligibility criteria, this could be an opportunity to gain valuable support in aging healthily.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1) aged 60 or above,
• • 2) with at least two risk factors of accelerating aging defined as including reduced physical functioning, malnutrition, depressed mood, loneliness, poor health perception, and presence of geriatric symptoms (e.g. insomnia, pain, etc), based on their health screening results,
• • 3) community-dwelling,
• • 4) communicable to engage in health education activity.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1) any who is not at or at only one risk factor of accelerating aging,
• • 2) any who has problems in communicating with the research team.