Financial vulnerability, health outcomes, and well-being of older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic

Frimpong, Shadrack Osei; Arthur-Holmes, Francis; Agyemang-Duah, Williams

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“…Therefore, offering financial support to vulnerable elderly individuals, both from family members and the government, is an important measure in this regard. 58,59 As for the limitations of this research, it should be noted that the current study is cross-sectional in nature. While it measured the relationships between anxiety and certain variables, it cannot establish causal relationships between these variables.…”

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Prevalence of COVID‐19 anxiety, geriatric anxiety, and related factors among the elderly in Quchan, Iran during the COVID‐19 pandemic: a cross‐sectional study

Mortazavi,

Sharifian,

Hassannejad

et al. 2023

Psychogeriatrics

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BackgroundAnxiety is a prevalent mental disorder among the elderly, leading to discomfort, disability, increased expenses, reduced quality of life, and dysfunction. Consequently, this study was conducted to determine the prevalence of COVID‐19 anxiety and geriatric anxiety, along with the factors influencing anxiety, in the elderly population served by urban healthcare centres in Quchan.MethodsThis cross‐sectional study involved 650 elderly individuals aged 60–95 years. The participants were selected using a two‐stage cluster sampling method. Data were collected through three questionnaires: the Geriatric Anxiety Inventory (GAI), the Corona Disease Anxiety Scale (CDAS), and a questionnaire on factors contributing to anxiety. Data analysis was performed using simple and multiple regression with IBM SPSS 24.ResultsThe prevalence of geriatric anxiety among the elderly was 40.3%, while the prevalence of COVID‐19 anxiety (moderate and severe) was 22.8%. Significant relationships were observed between geriatric anxiety and substance abuse, stressful life events, comorbidities, COVID‐19 anxiety, financial support, loneliness, walking habits, and sleep patterns (P < 0.05).ConclusionCOVID‐19 anxiety and geriatric anxiety are prevalent concerns among the elderly. Factors like substance abuse, stressful life events, COVID‐19‐related anxiety, comorbidity, living alone, lack of financial support, and poor walking and sleeping habits, which affect anxiety in the elderly, it is essential to address these factors in life planning and provide services through relevant organisations, healthcare teams, and initiatives by the elderly themselves.

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“…Inadequate financial situations can prevent the elderly from affording necessities such as medicine and food, which can negatively affect their mental health. Therefore, offering financial support to vulnerable elderly individuals, both from family members and the government, is an important measure in this regard 58,59 …”

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Prevalence of COVID‐19 anxiety, geriatric anxiety, and related factors among the elderly in Quchan, Iran during the COVID‐19 pandemic: a cross‐sectional study

Mortazavi,

Sharifian,

Hassannejad

et al. 2023

Psychogeriatrics

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“…This can manifest in various ways, including job loss leading to a diminished ability to financially support older parents or relatives who rely on them for assistance, or those who depend on financial aid from non-profit organizations may face challenges in receiving support, as the financial resources of these organizations are significantly affected. 21 This might as well could be pictured in other groups, as their conditions could influence their ability to look for jobs or any other financial assistance. Our thought in this kind of situation, and some might also suggest, might be pointed towards the awareness of the importance of emergency fund that the people and organizations could have prepared to tackle the financial challenge.…”

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Health Mitigation Strategies and Challenges in Vulnerable Groups and Natives in Indonesia: A Literature Review

Tanadi,

Basrowi

2023

IJCOM

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Introduction: Indonesia, like many other countries, has vulnerable groups and natives that are at higher risk for poor health outcomes due to social, economic, and health disparities. Health mitigation efforts targeting these groups are crucial to ensure equitable health outcomes in Indonesia. This literature review aims to assess the current evidence on health mitigation in vulnerable groups and natives in Indonesia.Methods: We conducted a comprehensive search of the literature using databases such as PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar. We searched using a combination of keywords and controlled vocabulary terms related to vulnerable groups, natives, health mitigation, and Indonesia to identify relevant articles. We included articles published from 2013 to 2023 that focused on health mitigation in vulnerable groups and natives in Indonesia. We excluded articles that did not focus on vulnerable groups or natives, were not related to health mitigation, or were not based in Indonesia.Results: Our search yielded 11 relevant articles, including both original research and review articles. The studies focused on a range of vulnerable groups and natives, including older adults, women, children, refugees, and transgender people. Most barriers that were faced were difficulty to access health care providers, financial constraints, lack of knowledge regarding certain health issues, and social and cultural factors. Most study found that community-based health interventions, such as providing health education and access to health services, were more likely to be effective in improving health outcomes among vulnerable groups in Indonesia.Conclusion: In conclusion, this literature review highlights the need for continued efforts to mitigate health disparities in vulnerable groups and natives in Indonesia. Community-based health interventions and tailored health programs show promise, but cultural and social barriers to healthcare access must also be addressed to ensure equitable health outcomes.

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Encounter of Older People in Sub-Saharan Africa with COVID19: A Review of Literature

Busolo¹

2023

Handbook on COVID-19 Pandemic and Older Persons

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Financial vulnerability, health outcomes, and well-being of older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic

Cited by 3 publications

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Prevalence of COVID‐19 anxiety, geriatric anxiety, and related factors among the elderly in Quchan, Iran during the COVID‐19 pandemic: a cross‐sectional study

Prevalence of COVID‐19 anxiety, geriatric anxiety, and related factors among the elderly in Quchan, Iran during the COVID‐19 pandemic: a cross‐sectional study

Health Mitigation Strategies and Challenges in Vulnerable Groups and Natives in Indonesia: A Literature Review

Encounter of Older People in Sub-Saharan Africa with COVID19: A Review of Literature

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