Authors : Ian Abordo; Donna Belle Sumugat; Raymond Salvador; Jan Niña L. Garay; Michelle D. Permites; Kent S. Soronio

Volume/Issue : Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 8 - August

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24AUG533

Abstract : Background and Aim Health literacy and attitudes towards aging have become increasingly important problems, especially as they relate to health care. This study focused on exploring the relationship between attitudes toward aging, health literacy, and utilization of healthcare services among older adults.  Methods Using quantitative, descriptive-correlational design, data were collected from 150 older adults through structured questionnaires.  Results Older adults agreed that the services are being provided adequately. The study found a positive correlation between having adequate knowledge to manage health and the accessibility of healthcare services, and it also indicated that providing adequate information to the public can increase their knowledge about health services and facilities provided. Providing adequate information to the public can increase their knowledge about the health services and facilities provided.  Conclusion These results highlight the need for intervention that increases the utilization of healthcare services among older adults. The overall attitude towards aging is positive. High levels of health literacy are essential to enhance their ability to access and improve utilization of healthcare services. A positive attitude toward aging correlates to the accessibility of healthcare highlighting the importance of considering attitudes in the healthcare concept. There was a significant relationship between attitude toward aging, health literacy, and utilization of healthcare services among older adults.

Keywords : Attitude of Aging, Health Literacy, Utilization of Healthcare Services.

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