Table 3:
Multivariate analysis showing independent predictors of ill-health among elderly.
| Determinants | Odd Ratio (OR) | 95%CI (OR) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular income source | |||
| Not regular | 1.000 | - | |
| Regular | 0.634 | 0.425,0.945 ** | |
| Satisfied with residential arrangement | |||
| No | 1.000 | - | |
| Yes | 0.863 | 0.571,1.303 | |
| Loneliness | |||
| No | 1.000 | - | |
| Yes | 1.760 | 0.944,3.281 | |
| Used alcohol | |||
| No | 1.000 | - | |
| Yes | 1.009 | 0.584,1.744 | |
| Ever smoked | |||
| No | 1.000 | - | |
| Yes | 2.351 | 1.311,4212** | |
| Any source of worry | |||
| No | 1.000 | - | |
| Yes | 2.522 | 1.683,3.794 ** | |
| Do Exercise | |||
| No | 1.000 | - | |
| Yes | 0.783 | 0.524,1.169 |
** Independent determinants of ill-health among elderly