Abstract: The study aimed to determine the health and lifestyle status of senior citizens in Northern Samar, Philippines. Covering 416 respondents coming from the three geographical areas of Northern Samar, Philippines, a survey instrument of profile and health and lifestyle status was utilized in the study. Statistical tools included frequency counts, percentages, weighted means and Analysis of Variance. The findings of the study revealed that majority of the senior citizens were married, with P5,000 – P10,000 income bracket and graduate of basic education. The respondents generally have good health and lifestyle status and have occasionally availed the benefits derived from relevant senior citizen laws. There was a significant difference in the senior citizens’ health and lifestyle status and benefits derived among the three geographical areas of the province.
Keywords: old age, health status, lifestyle status, senior citizens.
Title: Health and Lifestyle Status of Senior Citizens in Northern Samar, Philippines
Author: Dr. Julie Gesite-Castillo
International Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Innovations
ISSN 2348-1218 (print), ISSN 2348-1226 (online)
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