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MARTINEZ FUENTES, Antonio Julián  y  FERNANDEZ DIAZ, Ivonne Elena. Elderlies and health. Rev Cubana Med Gen Integr [online]. 2008, vol.24, n.4. ISSN 0864-2125.

The increase of longevity and the fall of fecundity and natality lead to the inversion of the population pyramid. The rise of the figure of elderlies requires ever greater attentions for which more socio-sanitary means and resources are needed. This situation makes us begin to doubt about the quality of life linked with the increase of older adults in our populations. To attain a satisfactory longevity, it is necessary to guarantee a healthy aging and adequate life styles, the maintenance of the functional reserves, the prevention of diseases and disabilities and a more friendly society to the aged people.

Palabras clave : Elderly; older adults; longevity.

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