Report Highlights Gaps in Preventive Care for Older Adults

Agencies within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released a report detailing inconsistencies in the delivery of preventive healthcare to older adults. The study examined the availability of potentially lifesaving services and compared access rates among older Americans.

The report's findings indicated a divide between older adults who receive recommended preventive care and those who do not. Specific data regarding the types of services and the extent of the discrepancy were included in the report. Researchers analyzed existing data on preventive care utilization.

The Health and Human Services agencies involved have not yet released specific recommendations to address the identified gaps. The agencies plan to further study preventative treatments usage in the older demographic.