Euro Observer, Summer 2007, Vol.9, No.2
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Between 2004 and 2050, Europe’s population aged 65 and over is projected to rise sharply, by 58 million (approximately 77%), and the fastest-growing segment of the population will be the very old (aged 80+).1 This rapid growth in the older population will have a major effect on the demand for, and supply of, long-term care services. While improvements in overall health have been realized, many older people are dependent and frail, with one or more chronic conditions or disabilities that typically increase with age. Some of these conditions may be life threatening; others affect quality of life. Given increases in life expectancy, the number of people requiring long-term care at some point is likely to grow.2
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