Measuring and decomposing inequalities in intrinsic capacity among older adults in china: from an urban-rural divide perspective.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The growing population of older adults in China has drawn attention to the significant disparities in health resources and overall health status exist between urban and rural older adults. Intrinsic capacity (IC), a key indicator of comprehensive health levels in older adults, plays a crucial role in achieving healthy aging. This study aimed to systematically evaluate the inequality in IC among Chinese older adults from an urban-rural divide perspective, identify the factors influencing these inequalities, and decompose the sources of inequality.

Methods

On the basis of data from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS), 7,695 adults aged 60 years and above were included. Concentration curves and concentration index (CI) were used to measure eco

SUBMITTER: Zheng T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12775099 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature