Tag Archives: Ageing Population
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Cancer’s deceptively youthful public face
Cancer is a disease which hits the oldest hardest, so why are all the headlines about youthful victims?
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Are we sleepwalking into a cashless future?
Without access to cash or the right support in a transition to digital payment, the older generation will suffer
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Why the Brazilian pension system must change
The uphill battle to transform Brazil’s unsustainable pension system will not be resolved overnight and, even if approved, will probably need to be revisited in years to come
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Are retirement savings hurting the economy?
Pensioners are increasingly saving their money, but they are not spending or investing it either
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Are cities ready for new demographics?
Headline global statistics highlighting growing urban populations mask slowing rates of growth in some developed countries and many cities remain woefully underprepared for the unprecedented demographic shifts underway
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We’re living much longer, but are we healthier?
Increases in life expectancy will put unprecedented pressure on our healthcare systems. Exploring the science of ageing and our understanding of co-morbidities will be crucial in tackling this ‘longevity trap’
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Integrated care is the future, says NHS England chair
Chair of NHS England Lord Prior tells of his determination to transform the health service as a power for good in an increasingly ailing society
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What does it mean to “unretire”?
Businesses should adapt and tap the experienced talent pool of older people who are increasingly working past retirement age