Objective: To analyze the physical condition of the elderly over 60 years old in Xuyong County

Luzhou

and to provide a scientific basis for determination of health intervention measures for the elderly

prevention and control of major senile diseases

and improving the health of the elderly. Methods: Residential health records during October 2014 to November 2018 were gained through the health statistical yearbook and the primary health medical information system database of Sichuan province. The data were entered by Excel 2007

and a descriptive analysis was carried out by SPSS 22.0. Results: The prevalence rates of hypertension

diabetes mellitus

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

coronary heart disease

and stroke were 34.3%

6.2%

1.8%

3.8%

and 0.9%

respectively

in the usually resident population over 60 years old in Xuyong County

Luzhou. The prevalence rates of the five chronic diseases first increased（starting at ages of 60 to 64 years） and then decreased. The female had higher prevalence rates of diabetes and coronary heart disease than the male. The prevalence rates of the chronic diseases in the elderly varied between different marital status. In terms of risk factors

insufficient physical exercise showed the highest exposure rate of 94.9%

followed by dyslipidemia with an exposure rate of 37.4%. The proportions of the elderly feeling "satisfied" with their health status were all over 80% in population free of exposure to risk factors

population with exposure to risk factors

and the elderly with chronic diseases. Conclusion: Relevant authorities should take measures to improve the health awareness of the elderly

strengthen health intervention for them

and enhance construction of elderly community

providing physical and mental support for the elderly

especially for those just entering into old age and those getting divorced.