Publication: Health responsibilities of an aging Thai male workforce.
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2009-12-01
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01252208
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Mahidol University
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Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet. Vol.92 Suppl 7, (2009)
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Surintorn Kalampakorn, Wonpen Kaewpan, Pipat Luksamijarulkul Health responsibilities of an aging Thai male workforce.. Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet. Vol.92 Suppl 7, (2009). Retrieved from: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/20.500.14594/27803
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Health responsibilities of an aging Thai male workforce.
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To examine the health responsibilities of an aging Thai male workforce and its related factors. A descriptive study was conducted with 417 male workers aged 45-60 who were working in 4 regions of Thailand. Data were collected between October 2004 and February 2005 using self-administered questionnaires. Health responsibility was measured at the frequency of the participants personal health practices relating to the health seeking, participation in health promoting activities, and having health check-ups. Statistical analyses used were percentage, mean, and multiple regression analysis. Results showed that subjects had health responsibility at moderate level (Mean = 17.2 +/- 4.7). Lowest mean of health responsibility was found in participation in health promotion activities/club area (Mean = 1.9 +/- 1.0). Social support, perceived health status, and monthly income (p < 0.05) altogether could explain 17.7% of variance in health responsibility. Health responsibility of an aging workforce should be enhanced through support from family, friends, and co-workers.