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Volume no. 15 | DECEMBER 2025
Issue no. 15


Title
DETERMINANTS OF PRIMARY HEALTHCARE UTILIZATION AMONG THE ELDERLY POPULATION IN BATANGAS CITY
Author
Caringal, Son Rainier A., Cruzat, Joemerah Allona B., Macatangay, Jervin Amiel U., Salonoy, Leigh Jenelle M., Vergara, Nathalie M.
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Abstract
The growing elderly population in Batangas City highlights the need for adequate and accessible primary healthcare services. This study examined how older adults utilize these services and identified factors influencing their access and usage. Using a non-experimental quantitative descriptive design, structured questionnaires were administered to gather data on demographics, healthcare use, awareness, and perceived barriers. Results showed that age, educational attainment, income, and existing health conditions significantly affect healthcare utilization, with socioeconomic limitations and lack of information emerging as major barriers. The findings underscore the importance of improving community health education, transportation support, and elderly-friendly programs to enhance accessibility and promote healthy aging, providing a basis for more responsive local health initiatives.
Keywords
— primary healthcare, elderly, service utilization, Batangas City, healthcare access, aging population, healthcare barriers, health-seeking behavior, community health programs, socioeconomic factors
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