Population Ageing: Challenges for Health Promotion

Authors: de Ulysséa Leal D*

DOI: 10.23880/jqhe-16000402

Volume 7, Issue 4

Abstract

The aging process indicates that it is related to: genetic inheritance; physical activity; lifestyle; diet; environment; social support, emotional and mental ability to deal with life’s crises; among others. The 20th century has seen a significant increase in population ageing, changing the demographic and epidemiological profiles in developed and developing countries. Demographic ageing and individual ageing are distinct concepts.

Keywords: Population Ageing; Health Promotion; Human Ageing; Health Issues

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