Birth Cohort Differences in Multimorbidity Among Chinese Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Zhu Junmin, Wu Yafei, Duan Siyu, Fang Ya
Primary Institution: Xiamen University
Hypothesis
This study aimed to investigate the birth cohort effects on multimorbidity burden among Chinese oldest-old adults.
Conclusion
The burden of multimorbidity among Chinese oldest-old individuals has shifted from older birth cohorts to more recent ones.
Supporting Evidence
- The study included 2603 participants in 1998 and 2404 participants in 2008.
- The burden of multimorbidity was defined as the presence of 12 chronic health conditions.
- Generalized linear mixed models were used to evaluate birth cohort effects.
Takeaway
Older people today are facing fewer health problems than those born earlier, which is important for planning better health care.
Methodology
Data from the Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity and Happy Family Study were utilized, including participants aged 80 and older from surveys in 1998 and 2008.
Limitations
High mortality and attrition rates in the oldest-old adults may affect the results.
Participant Demographics
Participants were aged 80 and older, with a focus on gender, residence, region, and smoking history.
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