Experts suggest that the “Baby Boomers” generation born between 1946-1964 is dealing with a higher number of chronic diseases compared to previous generations. Studies conducted between 2004-2018 revealed a noticeable increase in health problems such as cancer, diabetes, and heart diseases. Despite medical advancements, experts point out the increased risk of younger generations leading unhealthy lifestyles.

According to UK experts, individuals from the “Baby Boomers” generation, born between 1946-1964 and those born after, are facing more health problems and witnessing a rise in chronic diseases compared to previous generations. According to a report by The Guardian, experts examined health data of over 100,000 individuals aged 50 and above from different generations in the UK, US, and Europe between 2004-2018. The analysis indicated a significant increase in the rates of chronic diseases across generations. Despite advancements in medicine, experts highlighted the rise of chronic diseases across generations, noting that individuals from the “Baby Boomers” generation experience higher rates of cancer, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, respiratory, and heart diseases compared to individuals of the same age in previous generations.

“INCREASED RISK OF UNHEALTHY LONGER LIVES” Experts pointed out that the highest increase in cancer, heart diseases, and high cholesterol diagnoses were recorded in the UK and Europe. Laura Gimeno, a specialist from the University College London (UCL), stated, “Despite advancements in medicine and increased public awareness about healthy living, individuals born after 1945 are at a higher risk of developing chronic diseases compared to previous generations.” Gimeno highlighted that around one-fifth of the population in high-income Western countries is over the age of 65, stating, “If the average lifespan remains stagnant or continues to increase, this concerning situation may lead younger generations to spend more unhealthy years.”