Becker's Healthcare February 10, 2023
There are more than 49 million adults over the age of 65, according to the National Institute on Aging, and the number is expected to increase and so are diseases as more baby boomers reach retirement age throughout the next few years.
As such, “While these diseases are rarely inevitable, it is probable that as the number of older Americans increases, so too will the number of people with age-related diseases,” a report from the NIA reads. “A significant increase in the number of individuals with serious chronic conditions will have profound social and economic effects on the nation.”
With the increase in an aging population, curbing ageism and improving care for patients is vital, Candace Harrington, PhD, DNP, APRN,...
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