Research underway

Research Underway

Investigators:

Melina Gattellari (PI), Bin Jalaludin, John Worthington

Project aim(s):

Phase I of the Ageing Heart and Brain involves the analysis of baseline data derived from the 45 and Up study. The study aims to determine:

Outcomes for patients with stroke, heart disease and Parkinson's Disease, such as self-rated quality of life and health status, prevalence of depression and anxiety and the prevalence and management of risk factors, where relevant. Variability in outcomes according to socio-economic status, age, gender and risk factors will be ascertained.
The prevalence of depression and anxiety of patients with Parkinson's Disease.
The effect of family history of self-reported Parkinson's Disease or stroke status.
The prevalence and management of stroke risk factors, such as diabetes, hypertension, congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation, age, smoking and diet.

Project status:

Project commenced