CONTEXT: Theories and frameworks (hereafter called models) enhance dissemination and
implementation (D&I) research by making the spread of evidence-based interventions more …

Abstract Purpose of the Study: Social and scientific discourses on healthy ageing and on
health equity are increasingly available, yet from a global perspective limited conceptual …

In India, life expectancy has increased from 45 years in 1970 to 65 years in 2010. 15 On
account of better education, health facilities and increase in life expectancy, the percentage …

Background: Elderly population in India is increasing fast which indicates a growing share of
population with more special needs for health and support. Understanding the morbidities …

This study provides estimates of the macroeconomic impact of non-communicable diseases
(NCDs) in China and India for the period 2012–2030. Our estimates are derived using the …

Background Difficulties in performing the activities of daily living (ADL) are common among
middle-aged and older adults. Inability to perform the basic tasks as well as increased …

Aims This study estimates the prevalence of hypertension and diabetes among older adults
and brings forth the urban-rural differentials in the said morbidities. The treatment-seeking …

Background Expenditure on medications for highly prevalent chronic conditions such as
diabetes mellitus (DM) can result in financial impoverishment. People in developing …

This paper provides estimates of the economic impact of non-communicable diseases
(NCDs) in China and India for the period 2012-2030. Our estimates are derived using …

Aims: To study Morbidity profile of geriatric population in Uttarakhand. Settings and Design:
A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among geriatric people in rural …