Publications: Politics & Health Care


Myths of the High Medical Cost of Old Age and Dying

Identifies and dispels seven myths about caring for older people at the end of life.

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Why Care? How Status Affects Our Health and Longevity

Discusses disparities in heath care across social gradients.

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Redesigning Health Care for an Older America

Strategies that enhance healthy aging can save money as well as improve quality of life.

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The Dependency Ratio: What Is It, Why Is It Increasing, and What Are the Implications of the Increase?

Should the increase in the dependency ratio be a matter for concern?

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Promoting Age Equality in the Delivery of Health Care

Older patients presenting with chronic illness require continuity of care that bridges across traditional medical boundaries and care settings.

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Investing in Medical Research: Why We Must Embrace the Audacity of Hope

Americans ages 65 and older are more likely than ever to be healthy, vigorous,and productive.

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Alzheimer's: The Disease of the Century

Alzheimer’s disease is the major cause of dementia in the United States, with spending in the range of $100 billion annually.

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Improving Drug Safety: The Importance of Postmarking Drug Surveillance

Improved postmarketing surveillance system may reduce the number of adverse reactions to prescription drugs.

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Emergency Preparedness for Older People

What resources are available to aid vulnerable sectors of the city in the event of a future emergency.

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Has Anyone Ever Died of Old Age?

The omission of aging as a legal cause of death is scrutinized.

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World Cities Project: New York, Paris, London, Tokyo Fact Sheet

Compares health, social services, and quality of life for persons aged 65 and over in New York, Paris, Tokyo and London.

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Long-term Care Insurance: The Experience of Two Nations

Long-term care for the aged infirm presents a challenge to nations around the world.

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