Research Underway

The health needs and service use of older men

Investigators:

Lynette Mackenzie (PI), Mary Lam, Lindy Clemson, Julie Byles and Hal Kendig

Project aim(s):

 

  • To investigate the health status of men over the age of 70 years
  • To compare older men living alone with those who live with others in relation to health and social functioning.
  • To identify specific health risk and geographical factors for older men living alone.
  • To determine the need to investigate the health needs of older men in a longitudinal study     

Project status:

Application approved November 2010

Project commenced

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