Understanding and Advancing the Health of Older Populations in sub-Saharan Africa: Policy Perspectives and Evidence Needs

Isabella Aboderin

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Understanding and Advancing the Health of Older Populations in sub-Saharan Africa: Policy Perspectives and Evidence Needs

Isabella Aboderin

Public Health Reviews Vol. 32 No. 2 pp. 357-376 · Frontiers Media SA

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Published: Dec 01, 2010
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Isabella Aboderin (2010). Understanding and Advancing the Health of Older Populations in sub-Saharan Africa: Policy Perspectives and Evidence Needs. Public Health Reviews, 32(2), 357-376. https://doi.org/10.1007/bf03391607

Understanding and Advancing the Health of Older Populations in sub-Saharan Africa: Policy Perspectives and Evidence Needs

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