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Safety from Crime and Physical Activity among Older Adults: A Population-Based Study in Brazil.

Authors :
Corseuil, MaruĂ­Weber
Hallal, Pedro Curi
Corseuil, Herton Xavier
Ceola Schneider, Ione Jayce
d'Orsi, Eleonora
Source :
Journal of Environmental & Public Health; 2012, p1-7, 7p, 4 Charts
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

Objective. To evaluate the association between safety from crime and physical activity among older adults. Methods. A populationbased survey including 1,656 older adults (60+ years) took place in Florianopolis, Brazil, in 2009-2010. Commuting and leisure time physical activity were assessed through the long version of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire. Perception of safety from crime was assessed using the Neighbourhood EnvironmentWalkability Scale. Results. Perceiving the neighbourhood as safe during the day was related to a 25% increased likelihood of being active in leisure time (95% CI 1.02-1.53); general perception of safety was also associated with a 25% increase in the likelihood of being active in leisure time (95% CI 1.01-1.54). Street lighting was related to higher levels of commuting physical activity (prevalence ratio: 1.89; 95% CI 1.28-2.80). Conclusions. Safety investments are essential for promoting physical activity among older adults in Brazil. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
16879805
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of Environmental & Public Health
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
84667798
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1155/2012/641010