Why the study?
Elderly individuals need more routine checks to monitor cholesterol levels, but examination is relatively expensive, limiting self-examination by the community.
Population
44 community service participants (27 elderly, 17 middle age)
Comparison
Cholesterol examination using POCT and interviews
Authors
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Supports community partnerships for elderly services in rural settings; leaves open need for outcome evaluation before wider adoption.
A community screening program in Indonesia identified a high prevalence of elevated cholesterol and related symptoms among both elderly and middle-aged participants.
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