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  • Immunology
  • Gerontology
  • Public Health

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  • Advanced age is linked to immune dysfunction, increasing susceptibility to infectious diseases.
  • Global population aging trends suggest a rise in infectious disease prevalence and incidence.
  • Age-related immune decline contributes to mortality, morbidity, functional decline, and disability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review therapeutic approaches for rejuvenating, stimulating, or supporting the immune system in older individuals.
  • To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of therapeutic interventions versus vaccination for improving immune function in the elderly.
  • To discuss strategies for identifying suitable candidates and effective treatments for immune enhancement in aging populations.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of therapeutic strategies targeting immune function in aging.
  • Analysis of vaccination as a cost-effective approach for immune support in older adults.
  • Discussion of challenges in implementing and assessing therapeutic interventions for immune rejuvenation.

Main Results:

  • Therapeutic approaches to improve immune function in older adults are complex and face challenges in cost-effectiveness and patient selection.
  • Vaccination presents a more cost-effective short-term option for supporting immune function and reducing disease burden in the elderly.
  • Maintaining immune function throughout life may offer significant healthcare cost savings.

Conclusions:

  • Both therapeutic interventions and vaccination are crucial for addressing age-related immune dysfunction.
  • Further research is needed to optimize therapeutic strategies and vaccination protocols for enhancing immune health in aging populations.
  • Proactive immune support in older adults is essential for mitigating infectious disease risks and improving quality of life.