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Public Health … Public Policy … Public Affairs
The State of Aging and Health in America 2007
In March 2007, The Center for Disease Control and Prevention, (CDC), and The Merck Company Foundation released “The State of Aging and Health in America 2007.” This study presents the most current national data available on 15 key indicators for older adults related to health status, health behaviors, preventive care and screening, and injuries.
“The State of Aging and Health in America 2007” reports on the rapid growth of aging populations throughout the United States. This study presents a “State-by-State Report Card” for each of the 50 states and the District of Columbia. The report features bold “Calls To Action” to address our health and economic challenges of an aging society. Additionally, it highlights “Model Intervention Programs” and recommendations for policy leaders, health care providers, and to older adults to ensure not just longer, but healthier lives for older Americans.
The Healthy Caregiver Community Foundation in partnership with the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, (CDC), and The Merck Company Foundation are providing local communities with user-friendly access to a searchable version of “The State of Aging and Health in America 2007” Report, through the CDC’s web site at www.cdc.gov/aging. In addition, both Merck & Co., Inc. and CDC have posted a PDF version of the report on their websites: www.merck/cr and www.cdc.gov/aging.
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