EPIDEMIOLOGICAL PROFILE OF DEMOGRAPHIC AND SOCIO-ELDERLY FREQUENTLY GROUP OF ASSOCIATION AND SATISFACTION REGARDING PARTICIPATION IN THE SAME

Abstract

Population aging occurs due to a significant association between decline in mortality, which have been happening since the 40s, and rapid decline in fertility. Demographic transition leads to epidemiological transition, what reflects in changes on the health-disease profile of the population. Based on that assumption, this study aimed to characterize the epidemiological and socio-demographic profiles of elderly attending a coexistence group. For this, it was carried out a cross-sectional study with 30 patients, using a questionnaire about physical and mental health, lifestyle, common complications and group satisfaction, in accordance with Resolution 196/96. In such a context, it was possible to identify a prevalence of women with mean age of 68.5 years, married and literate. With respect to living habits, most participants performed physical activity frequently, did not drink alcohol nor smoke, but consumed drugs daily. With regards to diseases, there was a prevalence of hypertension among the respondents. The subjects are satisfied with the actions developed in the group. Knowing epidemiological and sociodemographic profile demonstrates a need to work on issues such as drug use and importance of adopting healthy habits, aspects that may contribute to a healthy aging process and are needed to be developed in the group, which also corresponds to a way of improving socialization of participants, as seen in the study. DESCRIPTORS: Planning. Health promotion. Health of the elderly.