Incarceration History and Diabetes Management in Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Sabrina Blank, Rodlescia Sneed
Primary Institution: Wayne State University
Hypothesis
Is there a difference in diabetes management between older adults with and without a history of incarceration?
Conclusion
Older adults with a history of incarceration may have poorer diabetes management practices in certain areas.
Supporting Evidence
- Older adults with incarceration history had fewer dental visits.
- Those with incarceration history had greater odds of insulin use.
- Incarceration history was linked to higher rates of tooth loss.
- Foot swelling was more common among those with incarceration history.
- Hospitalization in the last 2 years was more frequent for those with incarceration history.
Takeaway
Older people who have been in jail might not take care of their diabetes as well as those who haven't been in jail.
Methodology
The study used logistic and linear regression to evaluate associations between history of incarceration and diabetes management.
Limitations
The study did not find associations in all measures of diabetes management and results varied by race.
Participant Demographics
The study included community-dwelling older adults, with some findings varying between White and Black participants.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 0.531, 0.917; 95% CI: 1.13, 2.05; 95% CI: 1.43, 2.65; 95% CI: 1.08, 1.90; 95% CI: 1.12, 1.92
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