How do I stay healthy in my 60s?
People in their 60s are living longer today than in previous generations. We asked experts how they can best prepare
The percentage of people 65 or older has rapidly increased over the last 100 years. This group grew about five times faster than the total population between 1920 and 2020.
Baby boomers, who started turning 65 in 2011, are primarily behind this growth spurt. The sixtysomethings of today are also living longer than previous generations.
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