Impact of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic on healthy aging and functionality in older Mexican adults: insights from the MHAS cohort
Hospitalization due to COVID-19 was associated with poorer multidimensional aging outcomes, whereas vaccination appeared protective against functional decline. These findings highlight the importance of preventive strategies and sustained vaccination coverage to preserve functionality and promote healthy aging in post-pandemic populations.
Authors
- Silvestre Alavez
- Carmen Arroyo-Quiroz
Institutions
- Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (MX)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Aging Clinical and Experimental Research
- Published
- 2026-02-04
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s40520-026-03333-3
- Primary Topic
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00