The association between living alone and health care utilisation in older adults: a retrospective cohort study of electronic health records from a London general practice

Abstract Background In 2016, one in three older people in the UK were living alone. These patients often have complex health needs and require additional clinical and non-clinical support. This study aimed to analyse the association between living alone and health care utilisation in older patients....

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Main Authors: Kathryn Dreyer, Adam Steventon, Rebecca Fisher, Sarah R. Deeny
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-12-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12877-018-0939-4