Socioeconomic Inequalities Shape Disability in Older Indonesian Adults
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Medicine · Public Health
A population-based study from Indonesia reveals significant socioeconomic inequalities in disability prevalence among older adults, with disparities more pronounced in rural areas. Researchers analyzed data from a large national sample and found that lower wealth and education levels were strongly associated with higher disability rates, independent of age and sex. For a clinician and researcher focused on chronic disease prevention, this evidence highlights the critical role of social determinants in shaping disability risk and underscores the need for targeted interventions that address economic and educational disparities.
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