Aging, beta-blockers, and body temperature control
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This study looks at how aging affects the body's ability to control temperature, especially for people taking beta-blockers (medicines for heart conditions). It may help researchers understand how to better manage heat-related risks in older adults.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older.
- You are generally healthy and free of major medical problems like cancer, diabetes, or neurological diseases.
- You do not currently smoke and have not regularly smoked in the past 3 years.
- You are not taking any medications that affect your heart or sweating (like beta-blockers, blood pressure meds, or allergy meds).
- Your blood pressure and cholesterol are under control (blood pressure below 140/90 mmHg and cholesterol below 200 mg/dL).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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