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Multiple chronic conditions among US adults: a 2012 update
Brian W Ward1, Jeannine S Schiller2, Richard A Goodman3
1National Center for Health Statistics, 3311 Toledo Rd, Rm 2330, Hyattsville, MD 20782.
Preventing Chronic Disease
|April 19, 2014
Summary
Nearly half of US adults live with at least one chronic condition, and one in four experience multiple chronic conditions (MCC). These findings highlight the significant burden of chronic disease in the United States.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Health Statistics
Background:
- Chronic conditions significantly impact the health and healthcare utilization of the US adult population.
- Previous estimates of chronic condition prevalence require regular updates to reflect current trends.
- Multiple chronic conditions (MCC) represent a complex health challenge affecting a substantial portion of adults.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide updated prevalence estimates for single and multiple chronic conditions (MCC) in the US adult population.
- To analyze MCC prevalence across key demographic characteristics.
- To establish a current benchmark for chronic disease burden in the noninstitutionalized civilian US adult population.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from the 2012 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS).
- Focused on a representative sample of the noninstitutionalized, civilian US adult population.
- Examined the prevalence of 10 specific chronic conditions and the occurrence of MCC (defined as >2 conditions).
Main Results:
- Approximately 50% of US adults (117 million) have at least one of the 10 chronic conditions studied.
- One in four US adults were found to have multiple chronic conditions (MCC).
- Prevalence varied by demographic factors (analysis details not provided in abstract).
Conclusions:
- Chronic conditions, particularly MCC, are highly prevalent among US adults.
- Updated prevalence data are crucial for understanding the scope of chronic disease.
- These findings underscore the need for comprehensive public health strategies addressing chronic disease management and prevention.
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