Health status, health behaviors, and the ability to perform everyday activities in Poles aged ≥65 years staying in their home environment.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The incidence of chronic diseases increases with age; about 73% of people who are aged ≥60 years suffer from at least 1 chronic disease, and among those older than 70 years, chronic diseases afflict more than >84% of the population. According to epidemiological data, at least 4 chronic disease types coexist in senior citizens, causing their disability. These are mainly cardiovascular diseases; motor system diseases; ophthalmological, auditory, neurological, and mental diseases; and mental impairment. They worsen or limit self-dependence in everyday activities. The process begins with complex activities and advances with age. At first, functional performance deficits are discreet; then, they may gradually lead to complete dependence on other people or institutions.

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SUBMITTER: Wroblewska I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5840273 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature