Morbidity pattern and health-seeking behavior of aged population residing in Shimla hills of north India: A cross-sectional study

Abstract

The high morbidity load among elderly in the present study stresses for efforts to provide better health care to them and thus ensure that they remain active members of our society. Residence emerged out to be most significant determinant of healthcare-seeking behavior. Policy makers must focus on rural elderly and their beliefs which prevent them from seeking healthcare.