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[Health and social problems in the aged]
V Grujić1, M Martinov-Cvejin, E Ac-Nikolić
1Institut za zastitu zdravlja, Medicinski fakultet, Novi Sad.
Medicinski Pregled
|March 1, 1997
Summary
Elderly individuals in Vojvodina face significant poverty and illness, with limited social interaction. Comprehensive healthcare and social support are crucial for maintaining their health and functional abilities in old age.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Sociology
Context:
- Investigates health and social challenges faced by individuals aged 60 and older in Vojvodina.
- Poll data from 104 participants across three municipalities provides insights into the elderly population's well-being.
- Highlights prevalent issues including poverty, illness, and social isolation among seniors.
Purpose:
- To review the health and social problems experienced by the elderly population.
- To identify the most common health conditions and social difficulties affecting seniors.
- To underscore the need for integrated healthcare and social care strategies for the aged.
Summary:
- Poverty and illness are primary concerns for the elderly, with frequent health issues like exhaustion, pain, mobility difficulties, vision impairment, and conditions affecting the cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems.
- Social engagement is notably low; a significant proportion of seniors experience minimal social contact, with some reporting negative family relationships.
- The study emphasizes the necessity of organized healthcare and social support systems to preserve health and functional capacity in advanced age.
Impact:
- Informs the development of targeted interventions and policies to address the multifaceted needs of the aging population.
- Stresses the importance of maintaining functional abilities and social connections for a better quality of life in old age.
- Provides a foundation for improving geriatric care models, integrating health services with social support for long-term well-being.