The g1 series "Aging" examines the challenges and impacts of Brazil's growing population of individuals aged 60 and over, noting significant increases in their numbers and implications for work and healthcare.
Brazil's population is aging significantly, with recent data from IBGE indicating a 56% increase in the number of people aged 60 and above from 2010 to 2022, surpassing 32 million individuals, representing 16% of the total population. Those aged 65 years and older have also seen an increase, from 4% in the 1980s to 10% in the most recent census, reflecting wider demographic shifts in the country.
The implications of this demographic change are evident in various sectors, particularly in the labor market where more retirees are either seeking new employment or re-entering the workforce. Furthermore, this increase in the older population translates into greater demands on healthcare services, including a notable rise in health complications common in this age group, such as orthopedic surgeries resulting from falls at home.
In response to these challenges, g1 has launched the series "Envelhecer" (Aging), which includes reports discussing key topics such as employment, healthcare, institutional care, and sexuality among the aging population. This series aims to shed light on the multifaceted issues associated with an aging demographic and prepare society to address these crucial needs effectively.
