Older Adult Health and Ageing in Africa
Information Needs for Research, Policy and Action on Ageing and Older Persons in sub-Saharan Africa: the Minimum Data Set Project.
The Minimum Data Set Project consisted of:
- Directory of Research on Adult Health and Ageing in Africa: 1995-2003;
- Minimum Data Set (MDS) Version 1.0; and,
- Study on Global Ageing and Adult Health.
The goals of the project were to use existing data and research to address data gaps - particularly adult morbidity and mortality data - to collate and disseminate information on ageing and adult health for decision making, and to link to national and cross-national data collection efforts.
The MDS Project is funded by the U.S. National Institute on Aging.
Directory of Research on Adult Health and Ageing in Africa: 1995-2003
We profiled research on ageing and adult health in Africa.
Please contribute to the Directory by submitting a summary of your current/ongoing research by clicking on the menu item to download the brief submission form in the following languages:
Minimum Data Set (MDS) on Ageing, Version 1.0
The MDS collated available health and health-related data into indicators and information needed for research, policy and action. The MDS Version 1.0 is a set of health and health-related indicators specifically focused on the physical, psychological, social and economic well-being of older persons. These indicators can be used at country level and for larger initiatives, such as the Millennium Development Goals, to meet health and development goals and targets.
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More information on MDS
Definitions, indicators, sources and relevant references
The Definition of old age
The definition of old age: What is the lower age limit beyond which defines old age? We offer a working definition for the project agreed upon at the 2001 Dar es Salaam MDS Meeting of key stakeholders..
MDS Project Reports
Publication
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Creating a minimum data set on ageing in sub-Saharan Africa
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A Minimum Data Set on Ageing and Older Persons in Sub-Saharan Africa: Process and Outcome
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Study on Global Ageing and Adult Health
A longitudinal, household health survey, implemented in 23 countries to improve our empirical understanding of the ageing process and the health and well-being of older persons. Data gaps identified through the process of developing the MDS Version 1.0 will be filled through survey and surveillance site data.