Ageing Well in Australia? Professor Gill Lewin 30 June 2011
Ageing Australia
Australian Population Ageing
Cause for Celebration Ref: Australian Institute of Health & Welfare, 2010
Australia and the World
15% 10% 5% 20yo 40yo 60yo 80yo Over 1 Million more people Projected Population Age Structure in Australia More older persons
Health costs to blow out
Disability Prevalence Rates Ref: Australian Institute of Health & Welfare, 2008
Disability Prevalence Rates for 65+ Years Ref: Australian Institute of Health & Welfare, 2008; Federal Interagency Forum on Aging-Related Statistics, 2010.
Disability Prevalence Rates in Australia Ref: Australian Institute of Health & Welfare, 2008
Disability Prevalence Rates for 65+ Years Ref: Australian Institute of Health & Welfare, 2008; Federal Interagency Forum on Aging-Related Statistics, 2010.
Chronic Health Conditions Number of chronic conditions Percentage of people 65+ yrs Ref: Australian Institute of Health & Welfare, 2011
Hypertension
Heart Disease
Cancer Incidence
Cancer Survival
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Weight of Australia Ref: ABS Overweight and obesity
Eat a Rainbow Sidestep Falls Sharpen your mind Toast with a smaller glass Know the low down on sleep in later life Enjoy safe sex Get a medications check Speak up when you feel down or anxious Get your shots Find the right healthcare professional and make the most of your visits American Geriatric Society
Social Determinants of Health
Barriers
EPSA Advisory Panel
Experience Corps
Home Independence Program Aids and Equipment Medication management Task analysis and redesign Strength and balance Falls Prevention Activities Chronic disease self management
Telehealth Self Monitoring
Summing Up