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The American Struggle With Aging

New trends regarding beauty, longevity and activity are changing the way Americans think about age and aging.

The American Struggle With Aging
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Our country is aging. The U.S. Census estimates that in 2034, for the first time, there will be more Americans 65 years or older than children 18 or younger. One in five citizens will be retirement age. 

Its not just demographic changes that  are reshaping America.  

New trends regarding beauty, longevity and activity are changing the way Americans think about age and aging. 

So why do Americans struggle with the idea of it?