Abstract
One of the most important challenges facing health systems is population aging. International estimates suggest that the aging process will increase the cost of health by 41% between 2000 and 2050, so that health spending could reach 11% of work GDP (United Nations, 2002).
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | The Health of Aging Hispanics |
Subtitle of host publication | The Mexican-Origin Population |
Publisher | Springer New York |
Pages | 237-262 |
Number of pages | 26 |
ISBN (Print) | 0387472061, 9780387472065 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2007 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Arts and Humanities(all)
- Social Sciences(all)