About the Center for Aging and Population Health
The University of Pittsburgh Center for Aging and Population Health (CAPH) strives to generate new solutions to the challenges of an aging society through the conduct of population-based research that promotes healthy aging, longevity, and prevention of disability. The CAPH orchestrates epidemiologic and public health research on aging, trains professionals in population research methodology, and conducts community outreach.
About the Center for Aging and Population Health
The University of Pittsburgh Center for Aging and Population Health (CAPH) strives to generate new solutions to the challenges of an aging society through the conduct of population-based research that promotes healthy aging, longevity, and prevention of disability. The CAPH orchestrates epidemiologic and public health research on aging, trains professionals in population research methodology, and conducts community outreach.
From the Director / Anne B. Newman, MD, MPH
During the current pandemic of COVID-19, we are working hard to sustain our research while ensuring the safety of our participants and our staff. The value of research on aging is now more apparent than ever as we have seen the devastating effects of this novel corona virus on older adults, especially on people who are frail, people of color and people with chronic conditions. We have renewed our commitment to address barriers to progress in improving public health and achieving healthy aging for all.
- Successful implementation of a weight management program for older adults by Community Health Workers at 26+ community sites
- Training of over 60 pre- and post-doctoral students in the Epidemiology of Aging training program
- Conduct of over 25 large observational studies and clinical trials focusing on the correlates of disease and health in older adults
- Establish partnerships with local and county health departments, community stakeholders and other University of Pittsburgh schools/department to promote health aging through research, training and community outreach
From the Director /
Anne B. Newman, MD, MPH
During the current pandemic of COVID-19, we are working hard to sustain our research while ensuring the safety of our participants and our staff. The value of research on aging is now more apparent than ever as we have seen the devastating effects of this novel corona virus on older adults, especially on people who are frail, people of color and people with chronic conditions. We have renewed our commitment to address barriers to progress in improving public health and achieving healthy aging for all.
- Successful implementation of a weight management program for older adults by Community Health Workers at 26+ community sites
- Training of over 60 pre- and post-doctoral students in the Epidemiology of Aging training program
- Conduct of over 25 large observational studies and clinical trials focusing on the correlates of disease and health in older adults
- Establish partnerships with local and county health departments, community stakeholders and other University of Pittsburgh schools/department to promote health aging through research, training and community outreach
From the Director /
Anne B. Newman, MD, MPH
During the current pandemic of COVID-19, we are working hard to sustain our research while ensuring the safety of our participants and our staff. The value of research on aging is now more apparent than ever as we have seen the devastating effects of this novel corona virus on older adults, especially on people who are frail, people of color and people with chronic conditions. We have renewed our commitment to address barriers to progress in improving public health and achieving healthy aging for all.
- Successful implementation of a weight management program for older adults by Community Health Workers at 26+ community sites
- Training of over 60 pre- and post-doctoral students in the Epidemiology of Aging training program
- Conduct of over 25 large observational studies and clinical trials focusing on the correlates of disease and health in older adults
- Establish partnerships with local and county health departments, community stakeholders and other University of Pittsburgh schools/department to promote health aging through research, training and community outreach
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COVID-19 Resources
List of websites to keep you informed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
$2,500 Scholarship for the Gerontology Graduate Certificate Program
The Aging Institute of UPMC Senior Services and the University of Pittsburgh invites you to apply for a $2,500 UPMC employee scholarship for the University’s Graduate Certificate in Gerontology program.
Pennsylvania’s Healthy Steps In Motion Falls Prevention Program Receives Evidence-Based Approval
The Department of Aging’s Healthy Steps in Motion (HSIM) falls prevention program received evidence-based approval from the National Council on Aging’s National Falls Prevention Resource Center, in partnership with the Evidence-Based Leadership Council.
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Support CAPH
The work of the University of Pittsburgh Center for Aging and Population Health is made possible through your generosity and that of others like you.
Financial support for CAPH may be mailed to:
Graduate School of Public Health c/o Matthew Hiser, Director of Development A308 Crabtree Hall 130 DeSoto Street Pittsburgh, PA 15261
Please note “CAPH” on the memo line or specify in accompanying letter that you would like you gift to be allocated to CAPH.
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Thank you for your support. The work of the Center for Aging and Population Health is made possible through your generosity and that of others like you.