Factors associated with metabolic syndrome in older adults: a population-based study.
Patrícia Aparecida Barbosa SilvaAntonieta de Jesus SacramentoCamila Isis de Deus do CarmoLíliam Barbosa SilvaSalete Maria de Fátima SilqueiraSonia Maria SoaresPublished in: Revista brasileira de enfermagem (2020)
We found there is a high prevalence of metabolic syndrome and clusters of its components in older adults. It is important to deepen studies on this matter, considering clinical aspects in relation to sex and healthy behavioral habits for creating public policies as well as emphasizing actions aimed at promoting self-care in all cycles of life.