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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Tom Cheesewright

Here’s why investing in good health might be your most healthy investment

Governments are wondering how they will pay tomorrow’s health and care costs, especially when they can’t find enough people to keep industries and services running - (Getty)

Few understand how dramatic the change is. In 1950, just 7.7% of the population across the world’s wealthier nations was over 65. By 2050, it is projected to be more than 25%.

Even with changes to the retirement age, that means many fewer people working, more people drawing pensions, and many more people facing illnesses that become common as we age. Naturally, governments are rather concerned...

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