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Health statistics on older persons United States, 1986
R J Havlik1, B M Liu2, M G Kovar1
1National Center for Health Statistics.
Vital & Health Statistics. Series 3, Analytical and Epidemiological Studies
|September 24, 2014
Summary
This report presents key health statistics for older adults, covering mortality, health status, healthcare utilization, and costs. Data from the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) provides insights into the health of aging populations.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology and Public Health
- Biostatistics and Health Informatics
Background:
- The National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) systematically collects comprehensive health data on older adults.
- Existing data systems, including the Vital Statistics Program and NHANES, form the foundation for this analysis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a detailed statistical overview of the health of older persons in the United States.
- To analyze trends and current status across key health indicators for aging populations.
Main Methods:
- Utilizes data from multiple NCHS data systems.
- Presents statistics categorized by age (including 55-64, 65+, 75+, and 85+), sex, and race.
- Employs a structure similar to the annual 'Health, United States' publication.
Main Results:
- Provides statistics on mortality patterns in older adults.
- Details health status, determinants of health, healthcare use, and associated costs.
- Includes granular age, sex, and race breakdowns for comprehensive analysis.
Conclusions:
- The report offers a vital statistical resource for understanding the health landscape of older Americans.
- Findings support evidence-based public health strategies and policy development for aging populations.
- Highlights the importance of continued data collection and analysis for monitoring population health trends.
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