A study of the morbidity pattern among the elderly population in Vadodara, Gujarat
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https://doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20172868Keywords:
Morbidity, Elderly populationAbstract
Background: Aging is an inevitable process. Old age persons are more vulnerable to physical and social problems. The objective was to study the prevalence of health problems among elderly population.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out on 600 old age persons living in villages of Vadodara district. Their socio-demographic profile and morbidity pattern were assessed by face to face interview. Data were analysed by epi info version 7.
Results: Around 65% of study participants have musculoskeletal problems; obesity was prevalent in 46.2% which was more in females (53%) than in males (41%). Depression was more in females 76.2% as compared to males (40%). Prevalence of diabetes and hypertension were 18.7% and 30.33% respectively.
Conclusions: Present study reveals that old age persons from various health problems which show the need for comprehensive health programs especially for elderly population.
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