Healthy Longevity
Overview
The Milken Institute’s Healthy Longevity initiative promotes prevention, wellness, and scientific advancement to extend healthy life.
We spread awareness of developing knowledge, evidence-based programs, and strategies for communities to ensure better health, function, and productivity.
By the Numbers
Older adults who have positive perceptions of aging live on average 7.5 years longer.
of Americans who reach age 65 will someday need a high level of help with everyday activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
that can reduce the risk of dementia if addressed: hearing loss, hypertension, obesity, smoking, depression, physical inactivity, social isolation, and diabetes.
