geriatrics

Health Care Trends

• Anticipation of health care trends improves patient outcomes.

• Tailoring care to diverse age groups, cultures, and communities is crucial.

Life Expectancy

• Defined as the average number of years a person expects to live based on birth and death rates.

• In 2020, average life expectancy in Canada:

  • Men: $79.49$ years

  • Women: $83.9$ years

• Historical context: Previous life expectancy was less than $85$ years, now increasing.

• Major factors contributing to increased life expectancy:

  • Improvements in sanitation

  • Advancements in health care

  • Reduction of environmental hazards

• Today's Canadians live approximately $25$ years longer than those born a century ago.

Quality of Life

• Understanding and implementing early life changes can enhance life expectancy and quality of life.