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Topic- Gerontology
Health remains top challenge for older adults
It’s no surprise that the concerns and interests of the aging population are getting a lot of attention. The US Census Bureau estimates that in 2009, there were 72 million people 55 years and older in the US—a large population that will increase each year. The global population of older people is growing at an accelerated rate of 2.6% per year compared to the other ages, a group growing at a rate of 1.2% per year (United Nations, 2009).
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Physical activity's effect on health varies among ethnic groups
As noted in the background to a new study, previous research indicates that higher levels of physical activity may improve health and quality of life. The research team wanted to explore this concept among people of differing ethnic backgrounds, since levels of physical activity typically vary by ethnicity.
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At oldest ages, lifestyle choices remain important
Another recent report from the Leisure World Cohort Study looked at longevity in relation to risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Background noted that modifiable risk factors are known to contribute to death, but there is little information on the role of risk factors at older ages.
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Staying active for a longer life
Between 1981-2007, the Leisure World Cohort Study captured the health outcomes of residents of a large retirement community in Southern California. After enrollment of the initial 13,978 participants (8,877 female and 5,101 male), follow-up was maintained through periodic mail surveys and searching public records, including death certificates. Participants were asked about their health status, activities and eating patterns.
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Native American viewpoints on successful aging
In Canada, just over 1.3 million people reported having at least some Aboriginal ancestry (North American Indian, Métis or Inuit) in 2001, representing 4.4 % of the total population (Statistics Canada). In 2009 in the United States, an estimated 5 million people reported being American Indians and Alaska Natives, including those of more than one race, representing 1.6% of the total population (US Census Bureau). A special issue of the Journal of Cross-Cultural Gerontology explores aging and health among the indigenous people of North America.
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