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  • Gerontology
  • Public Health Policy
  • Knowledge Translation

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  • Global population aged 60+ to exceed 2 billion by 2050.
  • Demographic shifts necessitate immediate policy translation of health research for older adults.
  • Significant health, social, and economic implications of an aging population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a novel framework for evidence-informed policymaking in aging and health.
  • To support the effective translation of research findings into actionable policies for the elderly.
  • To address the critical need for policy development in gerontology.

Main Methods:

  • A two-stage development process was employed.
  • Comprehensive literature review on existing frameworks.
  • Expert panel consultation for feedback and refinement.

Main Results:

  • Identified limitations in existing evidence-informed policymaking frameworks.
  • Adapted the Lavis et al. framework to specifically address aging and health.
  • Key elements include research use context, linkage and exchange, knowledge creation, push/pull efforts, and evaluation.
  • A four-step implementation process is proposed.

Conclusions:

  • Presents a structured approach to Knowledge Translation in aging and health.
  • The proposed framework and implementation strategy can guide evidence-informed policymaking.
  • Facilitates the conceptualization and execution of policies based on research for older adults.