The Relationship Between Health Changes and Community Health Screening Participation Among Older People

Du, Benfeng; Mu, Yuexuan

doi:10.3389/fpubh.2022.870157

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“…There have been inconsistent reports regarding the direction of the association between educational level and participation in medical check-ups. In contrast to our findings, Benfeng et al reported that since highly educated elderly individuals were concerned about their health, they sought high-quality medical check-ups rather than complimentary periodic medical check-ups, which resulted in a low participation rate [ 27 ]. Contrastingly, we observed a positive correlation between education level and participation in medical check-ups, which could be attributed to a lack of awareness about health care or ignorance of the presence of medical check-ups.…”

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The Association between New-Onset Depressive Symptoms and Participating in Medical Check-Ups among Elderly Individuals

Park

Sim

et al. 2022

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The association between adherence to medical check-ups and new-onset depressive symptoms, after adjusting for comprehensive risk factors such as social characteristics, remains unclear. This study aimed to assess the association between mental health and participating in medical check-ups. The survey data of participants aged 60 to 89 were recruited from the seventh Korean Longitudinal Study on Aging. The primary outcome was new-onset depressive symptoms within 2 years measured using the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale. Participating in medical check-ups was defined as undergoing biennial medical check-ups. Multivariable logistic regression was performed to estimate adjusted odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) with consideration of a 2-year time lag. Among 4255 participants, the prevalence of new-onset depressive symptoms was 7.36% (n = 313). The prevalence of non-participation in medical check-ups was 11.96% (n = 509). The adjusted OR of new-onset depressive symptoms by non-participation in medical check-ups was 1.65 [95% CI 1.22–2.24; p = 0.001] after adjusting for various demographic, behavioral, occupational, and social participation characteristics. Our findings demonstrated a significant inverse relationship between participation in medical check-ups and new-onset depressive symptoms. It is necessary to monitor and manage depressive symptoms in vulnerable elderly individuals who do not participate in medical check-ups.

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The Association between New-Onset Depressive Symptoms and Participating in Medical Check-Ups among Elderly Individuals

Park

Sim

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“…According to Andersen’s healthcare utilization model, healthcare utilization is influenced by four elements: environmental, demographic characteristics, health behavior, and health outcomes 22 . From a psychological perspective, social isolation in old age is considered a potential obstacle to participation in health programs 21 , 45 .…”

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“…Older adults experiencing geriatric depression are less likely to adopt health-promoting behaviors compared with those not experiencing it 20 . Furthermore, the post-retirement experience of anxiety contributes to this mentally vulnerable state, hindering the utilization of health check-ups among older adults 21 , 22 . On the other hand, social support serves as motivating factors for older adults to engage in healthy behaviors 23 .…”

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“…This underscores the positive influence of interactions among family members and neighbors on health behaviors 8 . Another study highlighted that individuals who perceive a lack of support from society are more likely to forgo health check-ups 22 , 28 – 30 . Earlier research has indicated that social relationships were identified as factors associated with participation in health check-ups for both men and women 31 , 32 .…”

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Association between the utilization of senior centers and participation in health check-ups

Ko,

Kim,

Park

et al. 2024

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The global older adult population is increasing. Early detection and intervention through health check-ups are crucial for successful aging, as they play a significant role in identifying and addressing diseases. This study explored the relationship between the utilization of senior centers and the promotion of health check-ups. It utilized data from 10,097 individuals aged 65 years and above, sourced from the 2020 Elderly Survey in South Korea. The primary variable of interest was classified into two groups: those who utilized senior centers and those who did not. Subgroups were further categorized based on the frequency of usage and the presence of family members among senior centers users. Logistic regression analyses were conducted to assess the association between the utilization of senior centers and participation in health check-ups. Both men and women utilizing senior centers demonstrated a higher likelihood of participating in health check-ups compared with those who did not use senior centers. Participants visiting senior centers in a week exhibited a progressively higher likelihood of engaging in health check-ups compared with those who visited such senior centers zero times a week. Senior centers can serve as effective intervention methods to enhance health check-ups among older adults. Furthermore, this can contribute to fostering successful aging among older adults.

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“…A similar pattern is seen in research that shows a significant association between health screening participation and increasing age. 26,[28][29][30] Higher satisfaction with their health among younger CHVs in BHP MYS may also have contributed to the lower number and frequency of self-reported lifestyle changes.…”

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Building the capacity of community health volunteers for non-communicable disease prevention in low-income urban communities in Malaysia

Fahmy¹,

Haron²,

Lim³

et al. 2022

Journal of Global Health Reports

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Background To address the rising non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Malaysia, the Better Health Programme Malaysia (BHP MYS) engaged and trained community health volunteers (CHVs) to undertake health promotion activities with poor urban communities in Kuala Lumpur to reduce their NCD risk. This study evaluates the extent that the capacity-building programme achieved the objectives of increasing knowledge and confidence in NCD prevention and adopting personal lifestyle changes. Methods A capacity-building programme was designed to emphasise active learning approaches and blended learning (in-person and digital) and was delivered between January to December 2021 (during the Malaysian Government “Movement Control Orders” in response to the COVID-19 pandemic). Thirty CHVs participated in the capacity-building programme. A mixed methods evaluation approach was used, including quantitative surveys and routine data, focus group discussions, and semi-structured interviews. Findings Community Health Volunteers increased their NCD knowledge (85.2% provided correct answers in post-programme assessment compared to 43.3% at pre-programme assessment), made changes to their dietary and physical activity practices (100%), and adopted new engagement techniques, particularly a digital social influencer role for NCD behaviour change. The most important factors for sustaining participation were individual motivation and a supportive environment. CHVs were satisfied with the blended in-person-digital approach and perceived that the usefulness and applicability of the health information received was the primary benefit across all delivery modes. Cohort-based, active learning approaches and actionable messages can encourage learning retention and facilitate application. Dedicated technical support and ‘job aid’ tools are required for CHVs to perform and sustain NCD prevention roles effectively. Conclusions The capacity-building programme effectively increased CHV capacities to address NCDs in their own lives and communities and was acceptable to CHVs. The findings suggest the value of cohort-based, active learning approaches in building capacity. Expanding on capacity-building and sustaining involvement are important considerations for this cohort and, in general, for health volunteer capacity-building in Malaysia and elsewhere.

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The Relationship Between Health Changes and Community Health Screening Participation Among Older People

Cited by 11 publications

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The Association between New-Onset Depressive Symptoms and Participating in Medical Check-Ups among Elderly Individuals

The Association between New-Onset Depressive Symptoms and Participating in Medical Check-Ups among Elderly Individuals

Association between the utilization of senior centers and participation in health check-ups

Building the capacity of community health volunteers for non-communicable disease prevention in low-income urban communities in Malaysia

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