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Topic- Economics of aging
Economic costs are high for older adults injured after a fall
About one in three people over age 65 experience a fall in the US (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). A fall can result in bruises, or in a more serious injury, such as fracture or head trauma. In addition to the medical problems a person who falls may face, there are economic repercussions, too.
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A costly future from Alzheimer's disease
Late last year, Alzheimer’s Disease International called the prevalence of the condition a global emergency (ICAA Research Review, 9[35] 2009).. Pulling data from a systematic review, the organization estimated that by 2050, there will be 115.4 million people living with dementia around the world. The greatest risk factor for the most common form of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, is advancing age.
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Cost of care rises when more assistance is needed
In an earlier issue of ICAA Research Review (9(39) 2009), the results of the MetLife Mature Market Institute’s annual survey of average costs for home care and assisted living were reported. A separate survey, just released, that uses a different methodology found similar costs.
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Income ranges of older adults in the US
The US Social Security Administration (SSA) is the agency that collects money from workers’ earnings to provide a monthly pension-type payment after retirement. As part of the agency’s responsibilities, SSA keeps a close watch on the workforce and retirees.
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The cost of dementia is high in the UK
Dementia is the name given to declines in the ability to think, reason, remember and understand.
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