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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Disability Studies

Background:

  • People with disabilities (PWD) report reduced access to preventive care and poorer health.
  • PWD have higher prevalence of chronic disease risk factors, increasing risk for secondary conditions like cardiovascular disease (CVD).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between disability, specifically mobility impairment, and cardiovascular disease (CVD).
  • To analyze the relationship between mobility limitations and the prevalence of CVD and diabetes in adults.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized logistic regression analysis.
  • Analyzed data from the 2016 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance Survey (BRFSS).
  • Examined the relationship between self-reported mobility impairments and diagnosed CVD and diabetes.

Main Results:

  • Difficulty walking and climbing stairs were significant predictors of co-occurring CVD and diabetes.
  • Mobility impairments demonstrated a statistically significant association with increased likelihood of CVD and diabetes.

Conclusions:

  • Adults with mobility impairments face elevated risks for cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
  • Findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to mitigate CVD risk in adults with mobility limitations.