Article Publication Date:
8/3/2009
Summary:
A new CDC report evaluates the quality of life of older Americans. Using data from the 2004 through 2007 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS), this report highlights selected health characteristics of four age groups of older adults—55–64 years, 65–74 years, 75–84 years, and 85 years and over. The data are presented for each of these age groups by sex, race, including Hispanic origin, and by poverty, health insurance, and marital status.
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Populations:
Aging/Older Adults
Sources:
National Center for Health Statistics
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National Health Interview Survey; elderly; health status; health
behaviors; prevalence rates for poor health status
Contact
National Center for Health Statistics
Phone:
800-232-4636
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/51997