Exploring the importance of clinical and sociodemographic factors on self-rated health in midlife: A cross-sectional study using machine learning.

Journal: International journal of medical informatics
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Self-rated health (SRH) is influenced by various factors, including clinical and sociodemographic characteristics. However, in the context of Brazil, we still lack a clear understanding of the relative importance of these factors and how they differ between men and women in midlife. Given the significance of gender equity in health, it is crucial to explore these differences to meet the specific needs of each group.

Authors

  • Hisrael Passarelli-Araujo
    Department of Demography, Av. Pres. Antônio Carlos, 6627 - Pampulha Belo Horizonte Minas Gerais Brazil. Electronic address: hisraelpassarelli@cedeplar.ufmg.br.