The only way is up: healthspan increases include those with chronic diseases

Researchers from Newcastle University (UK) have discovered that the average number of healthy, disability-free years – otherwise referred to as a ‘healthspan’ – is increasing in the population. In addition, the findings also show that this increase is also inclusive of individuals with chronic conditions. The study was published in PLOS Medicine. Retrospective real-world data (RWD) was utilized for this study, as the team analyzed data collected between 1991–1993 and 2008–2011 for the Cognitive Function and Aging Studies. In total, the RWD from 15,397 individuals formed the evidence base for this study. For men, the results highlighted the growth in...