Self-Rated Health Predicts Disability in Aging Men
Author Information
Author(s): John Phil, Nowicki Scott, Tate Robert
Primary Institution: University of Manitoba
Hypothesis
Does self-rated health predict new moderate/severe disability in aging men?
Conclusion
Self-rated health is a predictor of new disability in aging men.
Supporting Evidence
- Self-rated health was associated with incident disability.
- The study included 796 men who were alive and did not have disability in 2004.
- Functional status was measured using an annual questionnaire.
Takeaway
If older men think they are healthy, they are less likely to become disabled. But if they think their health is just okay or bad, they are more likely to have problems.
Methodology
A prospective cohort study analyzing self-rated health and disability among men who qualified for air crew training in the Royal Canadian Air Force.
Participant Demographics
Aging men who qualified for air crew training in the Royal Canadian Air Force.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
1.79 (1.19, 2.68) for Very Good SRH; 2.87 (1.91, 4.30) for Good SRH; 2.40 (2.04, 5.65) for Fair/Poor/Bad SRH.
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