The hottest Aging Population Substack posts right now

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Noahpinion β€’ 26647 implied HN points β€’ 22 Nov 24
  1. Humanity faces a big problem with declining population and aging, which is not getting enough attention. As birth rates drop, we risk having fewer young people to support our growing older population.
  2. The U.S. now relies heavily on immigration to maintain its population. Many other parts of the world are experiencing the same low birth rate trends, making future immigration uncertain.
  3. Fertility rates are continuously declining globally, and no one knows how to stop this trend. A smaller, older population could threaten the quality of life and economic stability.
Your Local Epidemiologist β€’ 646 implied HN points β€’ 23 Oct 24
  1. Vaccines and monoclonal antibodies have been developed to protect against RSV, especially for pregnant women and infants, showing high effectiveness in reducing hospitalizations.
  2. Older adults are also at risk for RSV, and the vaccine is effective for those over 60, but it’s important for them to discuss options with their healthcare providers.
  3. Real-world data confirms that RSV protection is effective and safer than getting the disease, but many people still lack awareness about these preventive measures.
HEALTH CARE un-covered β€’ 519 implied HN points β€’ 20 Nov 23
  1. Private Medicare plans are trying hard to gain new members, often using appealing offers like gym memberships and grocery cards to entice seniors.
  2. Many seniors who switch to these plans may face unexpected costs, like high deductibles, and risk being denied coverage for essential medical services.
  3. It's important for seniors to carefully consider the long-term impact of switching to private Medicare plans, especially if they have serious health needs.
Klement on Investing β€’ 2 implied HN points β€’ 02 Jun 25
  1. Older workers are valuable for businesses and the economy. Keeping them in the workforce can help boost productivity and growth.
  2. The labor participation rates of older workers are higher in Spain than in the UK, showing that some countries are better at retaining older employees.
  3. Changes in unemployment benefits can motivate older workers to find jobs again, which benefits both the individuals and the economy.
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