U.S. health care spending is expected to grow 6.7% in 2007, and remain near the same rate through 2017.
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In 2007, two-thirds of individuals age 65 and older who had limitation in instrumental activities of daily living received personal assistance.
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As the baby boomers age, deaths from heart disease are projected to increase 2.5 times faster than the population as a whole, and the prevalence of heart disease is projected… [ Get More Details ]
At least 80% of older Americans live with at least 1 chronic condition. 50% live with at least 2 chronic conditions.
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12.1% of noninstitutionalized Americans in 2003 had activity limitations caused by chronic conditions.
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