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Although the percentage of elderly people in the United States has tripled since 1900, the population of elderly is expected to double between now and the year 2030. Not only is the number greater, but they are also living much longer. Even though there is a large population of elderly people in the United States, we as a society overlook them as if they aren’t there. Women make up majority of the older population and have
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other hand there are elderly people that continue to be lively and indulge in daily activities.
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