Amirkola Health and Aging Cohort Study (AHAP) is performed in all people aged 60 years and older in Amirkola with the aim of determining the prevalence and occurrence of common medical problems in old age. In this project, biochemical and hormonal analyzes and other clinical evaluations are performed as follows:
- Measurement of bone mineral mass (BMD)
- Specialized examinations of ophthalmological, dental, psychiatric
- Complete nutritional assessment of the elderly
- measurement of muscle strength and balance
- Check the fall status
- Assessment of endocrine disorders, cardiovascular diseases, gastrointestinal problems, and urology
- Sampling of hair, nail and saliva tissues