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Epidemiological research on ageing: an orientation

O S Miettenen1

  • 1Department of Theory of Medicine, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Free University, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

International Journal of Epidemiology
|January 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Epidemiology of ageing studies the biological ageing process and its determinants. Developing measures of ageing stage is crucial for its advancement and preventing age-related illness.

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Area of Science:

  • Epidemiology of ageing, distinct from gerontology, focuses on biological ageing rates and determinants.

Background:

  • The field holds potential for preserving youthfulness and preventing illness.
  • Current development is nascent, lacking validated measures for ageing stage in individuals.

Framework:

  • The study questions the feasibility of developing ageing measures, deeming current doubts specious.
  • Progress is impeded by the field's current association with geriatrics.

Implementation:

  • Reorientation and reorganization are necessary for the field's advancement.
  • Developing objective measures of biological ageing is a key implementation challenge.

Implications:

  • Successful development could lead to significant breakthroughs in healthspan and disease prevention.
  • Establishing epidemiology of ageing as a distinct discipline is vital for future research.

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