Abstract
Current analysis compares the number of morbidities and the quality of life (QoL) of elderly males in urban and rural areas. The comparative, transversal and observational survey harvested data from the semi-structured instruments WHOQOL-BREF and WHOQOL-OLD. Descriptive analysis, chi-square and Student's t test (α < 0.05) were employed. The average number of co-morbidities in urban areas was significantly higher than that in the rural one. The elderly in rural areas have significantly higher QoL scores in physical, psychological, social relationships and environment and in stances such as autonomy, past, present and future activities, social participation and intimacy. In urban areas, scores were higher in sensory abilities. Current study highlights the need for health strategies to improve the QoL of the elderly in urban areas. Actions are required in rural areas to assess the functioning of the senses for early corrective measures.
Highlights
Scientific literature has shown that males are more vulnerable to diseases, especially in the case of serious and chronic illnesses (MALTA et al, 2011; ULBRICH et al, 2012)
Current analysis compares the number of morbidities and quality of life (QoL) of elderly males residing in rural and urban areas in the municipality of Uberaba, Minas Gerais State, Brazil
Total elderly population living in rural areas in Uberaba, registered by the Family Health Strategy (FHS) and made available by the Primary Care Information System (SIAB), in May 2009, was 1.297 inhabitants
Summary
Scientific literature has shown that males are more vulnerable to diseases, especially in the case of serious and chronic illnesses (MALTA et al, 2011; ULBRICH et al, 2012). Greater vulnerability and higher rates of morbidity and mortality in males are related to the fact that men do not effectively seek primary care services (BRASIL, 2009). That programs of health care maybe effective, the interrelationship between aging, health and. Health Sciences gender should not be overlooked. Studies on the particular position of elderly males and the impact of their behavior on their health condition should be promoted (CAMPOLINA et al, 2011; BORGES et al, 2012)
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