Staying fit is important to your mental and physical wellbeing, no matter what your age. But, for seniors, neglecting your health and fitness can have even greater risks and consequences. Many health challenges tend to increase as we age. This can be true even if maintain a healthy lifestyle in our younger years.
According to the National Council on Aging, here are some of the scary statistics about senior health risks:
- Approximately 80% of older adults have at least one chronic disease
- Diabetes affects 23% of older adults
- 90% of older adults are at risk for developing high blood pressure
- Depression impacts 7 million older adults
If you’re a senior, you may be able to take advantage of added benefits through a Medicare supplement plan that can help prevent health problems down the road. But, does Medicare cover gym memberships, weight loss and more?
