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Health at Older Ages: The Causes and Consequences of Declining Disability Among the Elderly (National Bureau of Economic Research Conference Report)

By David A. Wise , David M. Cutler

Book information

Year
2009
ISBN
0226132315, 9780226132310
LCC
RA408.A3 H33 2008
Open Library ID
OL16637922M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
3 MB (2763767 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
512\508
Topic
Economy
Scanned
yes
Time added
2011-06-04 13:46:07

Description

Americans are living longer—and staying healthier longer—than ever before. Despite the rapid disappearance of pensions and health care benefits for retirees, older people are healthier and better off than they were twenty years ago. In Health at Older Ages, a distinguished team of economists analyzes the foundations of disability decline, quantifies this phenomenon in economic terms, and proposes what might be done to accelerate future improvements in the health of our most elderly populations.            This breakthrough volume argues that educational attainment, high socioeconomic status, an older retirement age, and accessible medical care have improved the health and quality of life of seniors. Along the way, it outlines the economic benefits of disability decline, such as an increased rate of seniors in the workplace, relief for the healthcare system and care-giving families, and reduced medical expenses for the elderly themselves. Health at Older Ages will be an essential contribution to the debate about meeting the medical needs of an aging nation.

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