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Predicament in Care - Is the society prepared to take care for the elderly?

Predicament in Care - Is the society prepared to take care for the elderly?



Our society is aging rapidly: In 2050 the average age of the German population will increase to around 50 years, every third person will be 65 and older. Already first voices get loud complaining about the financial burden brought by peoples' quest for adequate care.
That's for sure: quality healthcare costs money. Are we well equipped for the future of an aging society? And how long will elderly care be affordable?
MEDICA.de talks to experts about whether the society is prepared to take care for the elderly.

 
 

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