Abstract
This article presents a comparative analysis of chronic disease prevalence among older Koreans and non-Hispanic whites residing in Los Angeles County. The authors conducted a multivariate analysis that explores the impact of socioeconomic status, other sociodemographic variables, and social isolation on disease prevalence. The results reveal that while older Koreans have a higher prevalence of chronic kidney disease and diabetes, older non-Hispanic whites are disadvantaged for stroke and cancer. Furthermore, socioeconomic status indicators do not eliminate ethnic differences in disease in any substantial way. Health prevention and promotion intervention should consider the effect that Korean health practices may have on disease, as well as the role that cultural values, beliefs, and attitudes may have on the management of chronic disease and prevention efforts among the Korean population.
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