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  1. Article ; Online: Interaction between depressive symptoms and obesity-related anthropometric measures on multimorbidity among community-dwelling older adults: evidence from India.

    Ahmed, Waquar / Muhammad, T / Irshad, C V

    BMC public health

    2024  Volume 24, Issue 1, Page(s) 402

    Abstract: Background: This study aimed to examine the associations between depressive symptoms, body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, waist-hip ratio and multimorbidity among community-dwelling older adults. We also examine the interaction effects between ... ...

    Abstract Background: This study aimed to examine the associations between depressive symptoms, body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, waist-hip ratio and multimorbidity among community-dwelling older adults. We also examine the interaction effects between depressive symptoms, BMI, waist circumference and waist-hip ratio on multimorbidity among older adults in India.
    Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted, and the data were obtained from the Longitudinal Ageing Study in India (LASI) wave-1, with a sample of 31,464 older adults aged 60 years and above (men-15,098 and women-16,366). We used multinomial logistic regression to explore the independent associations between depressive symptoms, obesity-measures, and single and multimorbidity. We also estimated the interaction effects of depressive symptoms and obesity-measures on multimorbidity.
    Results: The prevalence of multimorbidity was higher among individuals with depressive symptoms (39.22%) than individuals with no depressive symptoms (29.94%). Adjusted models indicated that older adults with depressive symptoms had higher odds of single and multimorbidity [(AOR = 1.40, 95% CI: 1.17-1.68) and (AOR = 1.85, 95% CI: 1.58-2.16), respectively]. Similarly, in comparison to the normal BMI category, overweight and obese older adults were more likely to report single morbidity [(AOR = 1.62, 95% CI: 1.37-1.92 and (AOR = 2.14, 95% CI: 1.67-2.75), respectively] and multimorbidity [(AOR = 2.00, 95% CI: 1.72-2.33) and (AOR = 3.77, 95% CI: 2.94-4.82), respectively].
    Conclusion: The findings revealed that the presence of depressive symptoms, overweight or obesity, and high-risk anthropometric measures such as high-risk waist circumference and high-risk waist to hip ratio significantly increased the risk of morbidity among older adults in India. Thus, it is suggested to adopt an integrated public health policy approach to control depressive symptoms and high-risk body composition to strategically prepare against the elevated risk of multimorbidity among ageing populations.
    MeSH term(s) Male ; Humans ; Female ; Aged ; Overweight ; Independent Living ; Multimorbidity ; Depression/epidemiology ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Obesity/epidemiology ; Body Mass Index ; Waist Circumference ; India/epidemiology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-07
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2041338-5
    ISSN 1471-2458 ; 1471-2458
    ISSN (online) 1471-2458
    ISSN 1471-2458
    DOI 10.1186/s12889-024-17894-3
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  2. Article ; Online: Exposure to indoor air pollution and angina among aging adults in India: evidence from a large-scale nationwide study.

    Padma Sri Lekha, P / Irshad, C V / Abdul Azeez, E P

    International journal of environmental health research

    2024  , Page(s) 1–13

    Abstract: This study tried to understand the association between exposure to indoor air pollution and angina among the aging population in India. We utilized the data from the Longitudinal Ageing Study in India (LASI) Wave-1 (2017-2018), with a sample of 62,846 ... ...

    Abstract This study tried to understand the association between exposure to indoor air pollution and angina among the aging population in India. We utilized the data from the Longitudinal Ageing Study in India (LASI) Wave-1 (2017-2018), with a sample of 62,846 aging adults. We applied Chi-square and multivariate logistic regression models. The odds of angina were higher among individuals living in households that used solid fuels for cooking (aOR = 1.15, 99% CI- 1.09-1.20), had someone smoked inside the house (aOR = 1.12, 99% CI- 1.07-1.18), and households that used of incenses inside the home (aOR = 1.11, 99% CI- 1.05-1.18). In addition, it was also found that work-limiting impairment, unhealthy behaviors, and poor health status increased the odds of angina. These results indicate the need to reduce in-house air pollution by promoting clean fuel usage and changing attitudes and practices. Other implications are discussed.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-23
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1104887-6
    ISSN 1369-1619 ; 0960-3123
    ISSN (online) 1369-1619
    ISSN 0960-3123
    DOI 10.1080/09603123.2024.2307352
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  3. Article: BMI mediates the association of family medical history with self-reported hypertension and diabetes among older adults: Evidence from baseline wave of the longitudinal aging study in India.

    Muhammad, T / Irshad, C V / Rajan, S Irudaya

    SSM - population health

    2022  Volume 19, Page(s) 101175

    Abstract: Background: This study explored the association between family history of hypertension and diabetes with their diagnosis among older Indian adults. The study further examined the role of body mass index (BMI) as a potential mediator in these ... ...

    Abstract Background: This study explored the association between family history of hypertension and diabetes with their diagnosis among older Indian adults. The study further examined the role of body mass index (BMI) as a potential mediator in these associations.
    Methods: Data from the Longitudinal Ageing Study in India (LASI, 2017-18), wave-1 were used. The sample for the study included 31,464 older adults aged 60 years and above. Descriptive statistics and bivariate analysis has been conducted to assess the prevalence of self-reported hypertension and diabetes. Further, multivariable logistic regression models were used to test the research hypotheses of this study. The Karlson-Holm-Breen (KHB) mediation analysis was conducted to recover the direct and indirect effects of BMI in the association of family medical history and diagnosis of hypertension and diabetes.
    Results: A proportion of 32.70% of older adults were diagnosed with hypertension and 14.23% of older adults were diagnosed with diabetes. A proportion of 19.48% and 14.69% of older adults had a family history of hypertension and diabetes, respectively. Also, 16.57% and 5.53% of older adults were overweight and obese, respectively in the current study. Older adults who had family history of hypertension had higher odds of being diagnosed with hypertension [aOR: 2.23, CI: 2.07-2.39] than those who had no such family history. This association was mediated by BMI (percent mediated: 6.31%). Similarly, older adults who had family history of diabetes had higher odds of being diagnosed with diabetes [aOR: 2.63, CI: 2.41-2.88] than those who had no such family history. This association was mediated by BMI (percent effect mediated: 6.66%).
    Conclusion: The study highlights the relevance of using family medical history data along with information on BMI as potential source for the control and management of hypertension and diabetes among older population.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-19
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2352-8273
    ISSN 2352-8273
    DOI 10.1016/j.ssmph.2022.101175
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  4. Article: Stakeholders' Perspective on Working Towards a Healthy Ageing Society: Evidence from a Rapidly Ageing Context.

    Irshad, C V / Muraleedharan, V R / Dash, Umakant

    Journal of population ageing

    2022  Volume 16, Issue 1, Page(s) 219–242

    Abstract: The combined demographic and epidemiologic transition may significantly challenge the ageing population, especially with a weak health and non-health supporting system. The study aims to elicit the supply side stakeholders' view on healthy ageing and the ...

    Abstract The combined demographic and epidemiologic transition may significantly challenge the ageing population, especially with a weak health and non-health supporting system. The study aims to elicit the supply side stakeholders' view on healthy ageing and the readiness for a healthy ageing society in the Kerala context, which is one of India's most advanced states in terms of demographic and epidemiologic transition. Data from various stakeholders in the field of Gerontology was collected using semi-structured in-depth interviews. A four-step content analysis and themes identification procedure were followed for the data analysis. The study results reiterated the World Health Organisation's (WHO) conceptualisation of healthy ageing, indicating that the intrinsic and extrinsic factors independently or their interacted effect played a potential role in determining healthy ageing. However, the results also revealed that healthy ageing represents only a partial achievement of successful ageing or ageing well. Quality of life (productive/active ageing) and well-being (happiness and freedom) dimensions are inevitable for successful aging. The four overarching themes emerged for preparing a healthy ageing society include (i) planning and resources, (ii) leadership, governance and implementation, (iii) ageing in place, and (iv) opportunities and challenges. The stakeholders perceived that to work towards a healthy ageing society, there is a crucial role for government and non-government partners at various levels.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-11-03
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2493750-2
    ISSN 1874-7876 ; 1874-7884
    ISSN (online) 1874-7876
    ISSN 1874-7884
    DOI 10.1007/s12062-022-09400-7
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  5. Article ; Online: Active and productive ageing in India: evidence from the time use pattern of ageing adults.

    Irshad, C V / Lekha, P Padma Sri / Azeez, E P Abdul / Rajan, S Irudaya

    BMC geriatrics

    2023  Volume 23, Issue 1, Page(s) 718

    Abstract: Background: With the increasing proportion of older adults in India, it becomes essential to get an insight into the various influencing factors of successful ageing. However, the literature on successful ageing is minuscule in the Indian context. The ... ...

    Abstract Background: With the increasing proportion of older adults in India, it becomes essential to get an insight into the various influencing factors of successful ageing. However, the literature on successful ageing is minuscule in the Indian context. The present study attempted to understand successful ageing in terms of active and productive ageing by exploring their determining factors.
    Methods: The data were extracted from the Longitudinal Ageing Study in India (LASI) Wave-1 (2017-2018). We utilized self-reported time use information from the experimental module of the LASI. A total of 7837 ageing adults were included in the study. We employed descriptive statistics, bivariate analysis and a multinominal logistic regression model to examine the prevalence and the determinants of active and productive ageing.
    Results: The prevalence of inactive ageing was higher among the Indian ageing population (57.47%), followed by active ageing (29.59%) and productive ageing (12.94%). Poor sleep quality and the prevalence of morbidity and disability limited the ageing population from attaining active and productive ageing. Engagement in physical activity was significantly associated with active and productive ageing (β = 0.83, 99% CI: -0.72-0.94 and β = 0.82, 99% CI: 0.66-0.98), respectively. Rural ageing adults were more likely to attain active ageing and less likely to attain productive ageing.
    Conclusion: Engagement in physical activities among the ageing population shall be promoted to attain active and productive ageing. Since the rural ageing population were less likely to attain productive ageing than their urban counterparts, opportunities to participate in more formal economic activities in rural areas could be promoted for the wellbeing of the second demographic dividend.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Aged ; Aging ; Disabled Persons ; Exercise ; Self Report ; India/epidemiology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-11-06
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2059865-8
    ISSN 1471-2318 ; 1471-2318
    ISSN (online) 1471-2318
    ISSN 1471-2318
    DOI 10.1186/s12877-023-04428-6
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  6. Article: Nutritional status of older adults in India: An exploration of the role of oral health and food insecurity factors.

    Padma Sri Lekha, P / Irshad, C V / Abdul Azeez, E P / Irudaya Rajan, S

    Heliyon

    2023  Volume 9, Issue 10, Page(s) e21028

    Abstract: Background: In this study, we attempted to generate insights into the determinants of nutritional status among older adults in India by exploring the role of factors including oral health, food insecurity, socioeconomic, demographic and health-related ... ...

    Abstract Background: In this study, we attempted to generate insights into the determinants of nutritional status among older adults in India by exploring the role of factors including oral health, food insecurity, socioeconomic, demographic and health-related variables. The study also examined the moderating role of tooth loss with the association between chewing ability and nutritional status.
    Methods: The data was obtained from Longitudinal Ageing Study India (LASI) - Wave 1 (2017-18). The sample consisted of 27,411 older adults (Male = 13, 232; Female = 14, 179) aged 60 years and above. In addition to descriptive and bivariate analysis, we employed multinominal logistic regression analysis.
    Result: There was a significant association between the ability to chew solid food and tooth loss in the nutritional status of older adults. It was further revealed that tooth loss acted as a moderator (aRRR = 1.50, 95 % CI: 1.08-2.08) between the chewing ability and the risk of being underweight. The weight loss due to food insecurity increased the relative risk ratio of being underweight (aRRR = 1.58, 95 % CI: 1.25-2.00). Further evidence showed that self-rated health (SRH), Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL), morbidity status and socioeconomic factors had a significant role in determining the nutritional status among older adults.
    Conclusion: Chewing ability, tooth loss, and food insecurity determine nutritional status among older adults. It is suggested to care for oral and general physical health as these factors increase the risk of nutritional deficits. Also, policy measures should be strengthened to address the specific health and food security needs of older adults from vulnerable socioeconomic circumstances.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-10-14
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2835763-2
    ISSN 2405-8440
    ISSN 2405-8440
    DOI 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e21028
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  7. Article ; Online: The association between loneliness and life satisfaction: examining spirituality, religiosity, and religious participation as moderators.

    Muhammad, T / Pai, Manacy / Afsal, K / Saravanakumar, Priya / Irshad, C V

    BMC geriatrics

    2023  Volume 23, Issue 1, Page(s) 301

    Abstract: Background: Future cohort of older adults may have to rely on non-family sources and forms of support, religion being one of them. This may be especially so, considering the recent longitudinal evidence that individuals are inclined to become more ... ...

    Abstract Background: Future cohort of older adults may have to rely on non-family sources and forms of support, religion being one of them. This may be especially so, considering the recent longitudinal evidence that individuals are inclined to become more religious with increasing age. Thus, the purpose of the present study was to assess the association between loneliness and life satisfaction among older adults in India, and the extent to which the association between loneliness and life satisfaction is moderated by spirituality, religiosity, and religious participation.
    Methods: Data come from the Longitudinal Ageing Study in India, with a sample of 31,464 individuals aged 60 years and above. Multivariable logistic regression models were employed to examine the independent association of loneliness and life satisfaction. Further, an interaction analysis was conducted to examine the extent to which the association between perceived loneliness and life satisfaction is moderated by spirituality, religiosity and religious participation among older Indians.
    Results: The prevalence of low life satisfaction (LLS) was 30.84%; a total of 37.25% of participants reported feeling lonely, 12.54% reported a lack of spiritual experience, 21.24% reported not being religious, and 19.31% reported not participating in religious activities. Older adults who felt lonely had higher odds of LLS relative to peers who were not lonely. Further, the adverse impact of loneliness on LLS among older Indians is moderated by their spirituality, religiosity, and religious participation. Specifically, the adverse impact of loneliness on LLS was less negatively pronounced among older adults who were spiritual, religious, and engaged in religious activities.
    Conclusions: The study found an independent association between loneliness and lower life satisfaction among older adults in India. It also revealed that religiosity, spirituality and religious participation moderate the association between loneliness and lower life satisfaction. These findings, which underscore the health promoting benefits of religiosity and religious engagement, may be used to build on the interaction between religious and faith-based groups and public health professionals.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Aged ; Spirituality ; Loneliness ; Religion ; Prevalence ; Longitudinal Studies
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-05-16
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
    ZDB-ID 2059865-8
    ISSN 1471-2318 ; 1471-2318
    ISSN (online) 1471-2318
    ISSN 1471-2318
    DOI 10.1186/s12877-023-04017-7
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  8. Article ; Online: Association of food insecurity with physical frailty among older adults: study based on LASI, 2017-18.

    Muhammad, T / Saravanakumar, Priya / Sharma, Abhishek / Srivastava, Shobhit / Irshad, C V

    Archives of gerontology and geriatrics

    2022  Volume 103, Page(s) 104762

    Abstract: Background: Food security can be directly linked to nutritional status and either directly or indirectly, it has an impact on health status and well-being of the population. Physical frailty is one of the most important phenotypes used to understand the ...

    Abstract Background: Food security can be directly linked to nutritional status and either directly or indirectly, it has an impact on health status and well-being of the population. Physical frailty is one of the most important phenotypes used to understand the vulnerable nature of older adults. This paper examined the association between food security and physical frailty in older adults.
    Methods: We used data from the Longitudinal Ageing Study in India (LASI, 2017-18), wave-1. The sample size was 31,464 older adults aged 60 years and above. Physical frailty was assessed using the modified version of frailty phenotype proposed by Fried and colleagues. Multivariable logistic regression was used to establish the association between food insecurity with physical frailty.
    Results: A proportion of 30.65% of older adults were frail in this study. Older adults with food insecurity had higher prevalence of exhaustion (12.1% vs 6.5%), unintentional weight loss (65.5% vs 5.1%), and weak grip strength (8.6% vs 7.9%) in comparison to their food secure counterparts. After adjusting for a large number of confounders, older adults who reported food insecurity had significantly higher odds of being frail [AOR: 2.68; CI: 2.26-3.19] in comparison to older adults with no food insecurity.
    Conclusion: The study showed that food insecurity is associated with physical frailty among older adults in India. It is suggested that food security programs in the country may be considered as an effective strategy to prevent physical frailty among older adults.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-07-05
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 603162-6
    ISSN 1872-6976 ; 0167-4943
    ISSN (online) 1872-6976
    ISSN 0167-4943
    DOI 10.1016/j.archger.2022.104762
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