Redefining Old Age: Impacts and Healthcare Approaches

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Explore the evolving definition of "old" age, historically set at 65 by Germany, but now shifting due to increased life expectancy. Delve into changing perceptions as people age, highlighted by polls indicating old age starting at 70, and its impact on healthcare. Understand the characteristics of aging, affected by disease, disuse, and misuse, with physical, psychological, and social changes—only 25% of which result from normal aging. Emphasize a healthcare approach for the elderly focused...