New Report Details Threats to Longevity Around the World

The world is aging--- drastically. By 2025, it is anticipated that 80 percent of all the persons over sixty-five will be living in the developing world. By 2050 one third of the world’s population will be over 60.

This tremendous achievement in longevity also comes with challenges. Across the generations, persons are struggling with infectious diseases including AIDS, lack of food and water, poor health care delivery and they are often denied basic human rights.

In a new publication, Global Aging Report: Threats to Longevity, the International Longevity Center Global Alliance (ILC Global Alliance) outlines the urgent need for the global community to work together to combat the increasing threats to longevity around the world.

Boomers: Plan Today for Living Independently in the Future

Boomers want to live independently as long as possible. The key to success — according to findings in our new report: The Future of Living: Independently — is advanced planning and the creation of a meaningful social dialogue on aging.

This first-of-its-kind consensus report brought together a unique group of experts and stakeholders to develop recommendations for creating the ideal independent living environment. They covered the areas of geriatric medicine, public health, caregiving, architecture, and home healthcare technology. It outlines specific recommendations for independent living focusing on the culture of aging, living arrangements, health care & caregiving and environmental design.