Inequalities in health-related quality of life and functional health of an aging population: A Canadian community perspective.
Sarah S SinghShane GoodwinShiran ZhongAbolfazl AvanKem RogersVladimir HachinskiStephanie FrisbeePublished in: PloS one (2024)
Amongst older individuals residing in Canadian communities, less than perfect quality of life and functional health is unequally distributed among females, older adults aged ≥80 years, and those residing in the Prairie regions specifically. Newer policy should focus on interventions targeted at these subpopulations to ensure that healthy aging in within reach for all Canadians.