The Aging Population in the Twenty-First Century: Statistics for Health Policy

National Research Council; Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education; Commission on Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education; Committee on National Statistics; Panel on Statistics for an Aging Population

ISBN 10: 0309038812 / ISBN 13: 9780309038812

Published by National Academies Press (edition ), 1988

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Aging Population in the Twenty-First Century: Statistics for Health Policy
• Publisher: National Academies Press (edition )
• Publication Date: 1988
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0309038812
• ISBN 13: 9780309038812
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

It is not news that each of us grows old. What is relatively new, however, is that the average age of the American population is increasing. More and better information is required to assess, plan for, and meet the needs of a graying population. The Aging Population in the Twenty-First Century examines social, economic, and demographic changes among the aged, as well as many health-related topics: health promotion and disease prevention; quality of life; health care system financing and use; and the quality of care―especially long-term care. Recommendations for increasing and improving the data available―as well as for ensuring timely access to them―are also included.

About the Author

Panel on Statistics for an Aging Population, Committee on National Statistics, National Research Council