2023 Vol. 5, No. 27
2023, 5(27): 593-598.
doi: 10.46234/ccdcw2023.114
Abstract:
What is already known about this topic? What is added by this report? What are the implications for public health practice?
The elevated prevalence of functional impairment among elderly individuals in China contributes to an increased burden of care.
This report presents a comprehensive evaluation of trends in functional impairment related to activities of daily living (ADL) among the elderly population in China. Furthermore, it offers insights for future projections of these trends in this demographic group.
Addressing the care needs and functional impairment issues among the aging population in China necessitates interdepartmental collaboration.