Facts About the Health of Older People in B.C.

• How many older people are there in B.C.?
• How healthy are older people in B.C.?

• Life Expectancy
• Self-Reported Health
• Healthy Eating
• Physical Activity
• Tobacco Smoking
• Social Isolation
• Fall-Related Injuries
• Income
• Caregiving

How healthy are older people in B.C.?

Tobacco Smoking:

In 2003, 9.3% of Canadians aged 65 and over reported that they smoked daily. (9)  

Tobacco smoking is a major cause of health problems among older people. Many of these health problems can be prevented or reduced by quitting, even at an older age. (10)