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Supporting the Health and Wellbeing of Middle-Aged Adults Living Alone in Rural Counties

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Results of a study exploring the characteristics of adults ages 35-64 who live alone, and the heightened health risks and challenges related to social isolation, especially in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Uses data from a survey of 14 healthcare providers in rural counties with a high percentage of middle-aged adults living alone. Features a county-level map with breakdowns by percentage of people living alone in rural areas.
Author(s)
Carrie Henning-Smith, Mariana Tuttle, Ashley Hernandez, Jonathan Schroeder, Katy Kozhimannil
Date
07/2020
Type
Document
Organization
University of Minnesota Rural Health Research Center
Tagged as
Access · Health disparities · Mental health · Social connectedness · Statistics and data · Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention

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