(compare with quality of life) A measure of the extent to which an individual is able to function physically, emotionally and socially.
When used in reference to health or life insurance, this term refers to your medical condition (both physical and mental), claims experience, receipt of health care, medical history, genetic information, and disability.
Broadly defined to include physiologic, functional, cognitive, emotional or behavioral health. OASIS assessments address each of these areas. Homebound - This refers to a patient that normally is unable to leave home. Leaving home takes considerable and taxing effort. A person may leave home for medical treatment or short, infrequent absences for non-medical reasons, such as a trip to the barber or to attend religious services. A need for adult day care does not keep you from getting home health care for other medical conditions.
is a description of the health of an individual or population at a particular point in time. It can be measured against identifiable standards, usually by reference to national or international health indicators.
When used in this guide, refers to your medical condition (both physical and mental illnesses), claims experience, receipt of health care, medical history, genetic information, evidence of insurability (including conditions arising our or acts of domestic violence), and disability. See also Genetic Information.
Health status is the state of health of an individual and, by extension, the state of health of the overall population. Health status has been traditionally measured by length of life (life expectancy), rates of disease and death (mortality and morbidity) and physical health and functioning. Today, health status is also measured by years of healthy life, quality of life and well-being, the impact of health problems on everyday life, and mental, social and emotional health (Report on the Health of Canadians, Health Canada).
A description and/or measurement of the health of an individual or population.
a set of measurements that reflect the health of populations. The measurements may include physical function, emotional wellbeing, activities of daily living.
The premiums that insurance companies charge for life insurance are based in large part on the health of the proposed insured. Typically, individuals in good health who do not use any kind of tobacco products will be able to obtain less expensive coverage than individuals who are in poor health or who use tobacco. Different insurance companies use different criteria in determining the health status of the proposed insured.
Perceived physical, psychological and social health.