| Journal Call no. | HQ1060.H66 |
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| Author | Kwan, Y. K. |
| Article Title | Perceived health status of Hong Kong elderly and its determinants / Y.K. Kwan and W.C. Ip. |
| Is Part Of | Hong Kong journal of gerontology ; 10, no.2, Dec 1996, p.29-34. |
| Abstract | The health status of Hong Kong elderly can be assessed by 28 main health symptoms in 7 dimensions, including sense, mobility, energy, sleep, pain, social link and mood. A survey done by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University confirms the importance of these health symptoms to the overall health status of the elderly. This article assesses these demensions' influences on the elderly's health, as well as other factors affecting health. |