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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 20, 2025

4 min

How Does Inequality Affect the Life of the Elderly?

According to the National Council on Aging, over 17 million Americans age 65 and older are economically insecure, living below or near the federal poverty level. This statistic underscores a harsh reality: economic inequality and other forms of systemic disadvantage have a profound and often detrimental impact on the lives of older adults. The challenges faced by the elderly are not uniform; they are heavily influenced by a lifetime of cumulative advantages or disadvantages, which become more pronounced in later life.

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Oct 20, 2025

3 min

Why shouldn't the retirement age be increased? A deep dive into the hidden costs

Research indicates that life expectancy gains are not equally distributed across socioeconomic levels, creating significant equity concerns. Increasing the retirement age is a policy that disproportionately harms vulnerable populations, impacting their health and financial security.

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Oct 19, 2025

4 min

How Does Economic Inequality Impact Senior Health and Health Care?

According to the World Health Organization, socioeconomic status is a critical determinant of health outcomes. This deep-seated reality reveals precisely **how economic inequality impacts senior health and health care**, shaping the final decades of life for millions of older adults across the globe.

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