Capability and dependency in the Newcastle 85+ cohort study. Projections of future care needs

Capability and dependency in the Newcastle 85+ cohort study. Projections of future care needs

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Little is known of the capabilities of the oldest old, the fastest growing age group in the population. We aimed to estimate capability and dependency in a cohort of 85 year olds and to project future demand for care.</p> <p...

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Main Authors: von Zglinicki Thomas, Eccles Martin P, Robinson Louise A, Kingston Andrew, Davies Karen, Collerton Joanna C, Jagger Carol, Martin-Ruiz Carmen, James Oliver FW, Kirkwood Tom BL, Bond John
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-05-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2318/11/21

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