What question did this study set out to answer?

To explore adult perceptions and awareness regarding factors affecting longevity in the elderly.

April 13, 2026Open Access

Adult Perceptions and Awareness of Longevity in the Elderly: Healthy Aging from a Public Health Perspective in Ajman, UAE

Key Points

To explore adult perceptions and awareness regarding factors affecting longevity in the elderly.
Survey of adult perceptions regarding lifestyle and healthcare determinants of longevity.
Analysis of beliefs related to preventive health and its impact on perceptions of aging.
Assessment of cultural factors influencing attitudes toward elderly care.
Adults demonstrate a strong understanding of modifiable factors related to longevity.
Preventive health beliefs significantly shape perceptions over mere cultural exposure.
Recommendations for improved public health education to enhance healthy aging initiatives have been identified.

Abstract

Conclusions: Adults exhibit high awareness of modifiable lifestyle and healthcare determinants of longevity. Perceptions are shaped primarily by preventive health beliefs rather than cultural or caregiving exposure alone. Strengthening public health education and preventive healthcare initiatives is essential to support national healthy-ageing strategies.

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Iman et al. (Mon,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69dc874a3afacbeac03e9b4d https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.36740/wlek/218271

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