Why disability rates are dropping among older Americans

Better medical care and more education—not positive life-style changes—are the major reasons for a decades-long decline in disability rates among older Americans. That's according to a new study funded by the National Institute on Aging that provides one of the first comprehensive looks at the factors fueling the welcome trend.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news124384942.html">Why disability rates are dropping among older Americans</a></p> <p>Better medical care and more education—not positive life-style changes—are the major reasons for a decades-long decline in disability rates among older Americans. That's according to a new study funded by the National Institute on Aging that provides one of the first comprehensive looks at the factors fueling the welcome trend.</p>