Alfano, Pete,

Hardships May Loom As Nation Goes Gray. Pete Alfano. - Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2005. - SIRS Enduring Issues 2006. Article 51, Family, 1522-3213; .

Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2006. Originally Published: Hardships May Loom As Nation Goes Gray, March 10, 2005; pp. n.p..

"In the 20th century, medical advances and better diagnostic tools increased the average lifespan dramatically, to 77 years from 47. But that lifespan has leveled off in the past 15 years, and...many boomers aren't doing their part to remain vibrant, independent and productive as the years mount. Because baby boomers are history's biggest generation, this might have momentous social, economic, care and environmental consequences." (FORT WORTH STAR-TELEGRAM) This article examines the burden that overweight, sedentary baby boomers pose for society.

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Aging--Forecasting
Aging--Prevention
Baby boom generation (1946-1964)
Life expectancy
Longevity
Older people--Employment
Older people--Health and hygiene

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