Cross-sectional analysis reveals the link between intra-household isolation and frailty in older adults, suggesting significant social implications.
Background: Frailty is a growing public health concern, with emerging evidence highlighting the importance of social determinants, including external and intra-household isolation. This study examined the association between intra-household isolation and frailty among community-dwelling older adults in Japan and explored whether external social connections modified this association.
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