Lack of Exercise Brings Financial Costs for Seniors
Lack of Exercise for Seniors Brings Financial Costs
It’s no surprise that lack of physical activity does take a toll upon the overall health of seniors, but something that people may never have considered is the fact that it also amounts to monetary costs as well. The reason for this is that lack of exercise leads to an increase in health issues and physical injuries in seniors, and that equates to approximately $5.3 million in healthcare costs. Here are some of the direct effects that lack of exercise can have upon the country and seniors individually when it comes to money:
• Seniors who exercise regularly are less likely to suffer from acute diseases and chronic illnesses which are associated with high medical costs in the country
• Seniors are more likely to injure themselves when they are physical unstable and weak because they do not remain physically active. Hospital care is covered by provincial healthcare, but often seniors need supplemental services like physical therapy during the recovery process
• There may be costs associated with family caregiving when a senior suffers from a health issue or an injury when someone is no longer able to maintain a full-time job and takes on costs of care
Via: Public Health Agency of Canada
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