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The Prevalence of Cognitive Impairment among Older Adults in Jamaica

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DOI: 
10.7727/wimjopen.2014.003
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71–6
Synopsis: 
We estimated the prevalence of cognitive impairment among older adults in Jamaica and identified associated factors. Less than one-third of persons had cognitive impairment and this was associated with older age, lower education and poorer health and physical functioning.

ABSTRACT

Objective: This study sought to document the prevalence of cognitive impairment among a nationally representative sample of community-dwelling older adults and determine associated factors.

Accepted: 
September 8, 2014
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