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# growing old

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Growing old in Ireland: Quality of life peaks at 68 - and is rated the same at age 50 as at age 80
Global life expectancy has increased by five years since the start of the century
A little cynicism may be healthy, but too much can lead to dementia
Want to have your say about growing old in Ireland?