Living Longer but Not Healthier: A Growing Global Concern
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As Catholics, we are called to cherish the gift of life and care for our physical and spiritual health as stewards of God's creation. Recent findings published in JAMA Network Open highlight a growing concern that impacts not only our individual well-being but also how we serve others: the widening gap between the years we live in good health and our total lifespans.
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As lifespans grow, the years spent in poor health increase, highlighting the need for holistic approaches to well-being.
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