Mortality After Exposure to a Hurricane Among Older Adults Living With Dementia

A cohort study published in JAMA Network Open examined the impact of hurricane exposure on mortality rates among older adults living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD). The research, led by Sue Anne Bell and colleagues, analyzed data to assess whether such natural disasters increase the risk of death in this vulnerable population. While the study’s abstract is not available, its findings underscore the importance of targeted disaster preparedness and response strategies to protect individuals with ADRD during hurricanes.