Survey: Most Elderly People Consume One Tablet Daily
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According to a survey by the Indonesian Gerontological Medical Association (PERGEMI), the majority, or 35.2%, of elderly people in Indonesia consume one pill per day. Another 31.9% of the elderly do not consume any medication.
Healthy elderly individuals consume an average of one pill per day. Meanwhile, elderly individuals with chronic illnesses consume an average of approximately 2.7 pills per day.
The survey also revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted the financial condition of the elderly.
57.6% of elderly respondents reported a decrease in their economic condition during the pandemic, while 36% reported no change, and only 6.1% reported an improvement.
This survey involved 816 respondents spread across 34 provinces in Indonesia. The survey was conducted from May 9-22, 2022, using a telesurvey method, which involves remote interviews using communication devices.
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