Evaluation of the Health Status and Eldercare Needs of Urban Elderly People in Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the health status and eldercare needs of elderly people in urban Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.

Methods: Using an online questionnaire, 2057 elderly people aged >60 years in Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang, were enrolled for analysis following data collection.

Results: The major source of financial support was retirement pension, with spouse's income accounting for a relatively low proportion.