Regional and Demographics Difference in the Impact of High Ambient Temperature Exposure on Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Hospitalization in Medicare Beneficiaries (P5-12.001)

Key Points

• This research aims to explore how local heat stress affects hospitalization for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias among Medicare beneficiaries.
• Investigated regional differences in temperature exposure and ADRD hospitalization rates among Medicare beneficiaries.
• Analyzed hospitalization data and temperature records to identify correlations.
• Examined demographic factors influencing hospitalization rates due to heat stress.
• Higher ambient temperatures correlate with increased hospitalization rates for ADRD in specific regions.
• Demographic factors, such as age and health status, significantly influence hospitalization trends related to temperature exposure.
• Regions with extreme heat show more pronounced health impacts on Medicare beneficiaries with ADRD.