Protective and Risk Factors for 5‐Year Survival in the Oldest Veterans: Data from the Veterans Health Administration

ConclusionAlthough the data are limited to VHA care (thus missing Medicare services), this study shows that many veterans served by the VHA live to advanced old age despite multiple chronic conditions. Further study is needed to determine whether a comprehensive, coordinated care system like VHA is associated with greater longevity for very old persons.

Source: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society - June 19, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Jinmyoung Cho, Laurel A. Copeland, Eileen M. Stock, John E. Zeber, Marcos I. Restrepo, Andrea A. MacCarthy, Marcia G. Ory, Paul A. Smith, Alan B. Stevens Tags: Clinical Investigations Source Type: research