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Health screening in elderly Oklahomans.

X M Torres1, A J Cucchiara, E T Lee

  • 1Department of Medicine and Biostatistics, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City.

The Journal of the Oklahoma State Medical Association
|August 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Elderly Oklahomans aged 60-70 showed abnormal health screenings, particularly males with low hemoglobin and high weight/glucose. Lifestyle changes are recommended for this aging population.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Biostatistics

Background:

  • Aging populations present unique health challenges.
  • Early detection of health risks in older adults is crucial for preventative care.
  • Oklahoma's elderly demographic requires specific health assessments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To screen elderly Oklahomans (60s-70s) for key health indicators.
  • To identify potential health risks and disparities in this demographic.
  • To inform public health interventions for the elderly population.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional screening of 550 males and 457 females aged 60-70.
  • Measurements included height, weight, blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, and hemoglobin.
  • Statistical analysis performed using SAS software.

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Main Results:

  • Males exhibited abnormal values for all parameters except cholesterol.
  • Females' screening results were not detailed but implied to be within normal ranges.
  • Statistically significant lower hemoglobin levels were observed in males.

Conclusions:

  • Low hemoglobin in elderly males may indicate potential blood loss issues.
  • Increased body weight and glucose in males suggest a higher risk of cardiovascular disease.
  • Recommendations include blood pressure control, weight reduction, dietary changes, and exercise.