New research suggests adverse childhood experiences accelerate the biological processes of aging

Individuals exposed to adverse childhood experiences tend to be biologically older than their counterparts, according to new research published in the scientific journal Psychoneuroendocrinology. 

CLSA lead principal investigator awarded Order of Canada

Dr. Parminer Raina is receiving one of the country's highest honours in recognition decades of research to understand and improve older adults’ health and quality of life.

Service disruptions on the CLSA helpline

Please note the CLSA is currently experiencing some issues with our toll-free number. Phone calls may disconnect suddenly, and callers may have issues leaving a voicemail. If you cannot reach us by phone, please email us at info@clsa-elcv.ca or visit www.clsa-elcv.ca/contact-us.

New data available in summer 2022

Apply now for Follow-up 2 questionnaire data, COVID-19 Seroprevalence Study data, Follow-up 1 linked environmental indicators and blood biomarkers

Trainee Spotlight: Q&A with Ryan Stanley Falck

Can you tell us little bit about yourself? 

My name is Ryan Stanley Falck and I am a postdoctoral fellow in the School of Biomedical Engineering at the University of British Columbia (UBC). As a Michael Smith Health Research BC postdoctoral fellow trainee, I am examining how the 24-hour activity cycle (i.e., physical activity, sedentary behaviour and sleep) impacts cognitive health and risk for dementia. My research also examines how different lifestyle factors (e.g., exercise training, pet ownership, etc.) can impact physical and cognitive health

Hard to change minds when it comes to vaccine willingness: Study

Canada has among the highest COVID-19 vaccination rates in the world, but public health officials are still grappling with question of how to increase vaccine uptake among those who are unwilling to get the jab.

CLSA site closure for Manitoba: April 13-14, 2022

The CLSA Data Collection Site at the University of Manitoba be closed on Wednesday April 13th and Thursday April 14 due to weather conditions.

World Health Day 2022: Our planet, Our Health

April 7 is World Health Day and this year’s theme is ‘Our Planet, Our Health.’ In celebration of creating a healthier tomorrow, the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA) is drawing attention to CLSA research that explores healthy communities and the factors associated with aging well.

Working shifts may delay the onset of menopause

New study suggests disruption in circadian rhythms may play a role in menopause onset

COVID-19 & impact on informal caregivers’ mental health

Researchers surveyed 14,118 caregivers enrolled in the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA) who took part in COVID-19 research during the first year of the pandemic, from April to December 2020. The study, among the first to examine the mental health of informal caregivers over time, was recently published in The Journals of Gerontology: Series B.