Table 2.
Frequency of participant self-reported health conditions
| Health Condition | % for Men | % for Women | % for Sample |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiovascular disease, surgery, or interventions | 9.4% | 1.9% | 4.4% |
| Significant disorders of heart rhythm | 11.3% | 7.6% | 8.9% |
| Peripheral vascular disease | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.3% |
| Pulmonary disease (asthma) | 5.7% | 7.6% | 7.0% |
| Central nervous system disorders or residuals | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Osteoporosis | 1.9% | 29.5% | 20.3% |
| Severe back problems | 11.3% | 9.5% | 10.1% |
| Severe arthritis | 5.7% | 14.3% | 11.4% |
| Hypertension | 52.8% | 44.8% | 47.5% |
| Hyperlipidemia | 35.8% | 51.4% | 46.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.5% | 12.4% | 10.8% |
| Anemia or bleeding disorder | 1.9% | 3.8% | 3.2% |
| Phlebitis or emboli | 0.0% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Cancer | 28.3% | 14.4% | 19.1% |
| Emotional disorders | 11.3% | 13.3% | 12.7% |
| Ulcers | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.3% |
| Edema | 11.3% | 15.2% | 9.5% |
| Infectious disease | 0.0% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Hearing loss | 30.2% | 21.9% | 24.7% |