Healthspan vs. Lifespan: Optimising Quality of Life for Longer, Healthier Years

In recent years, conversations surrounding aging have shifted from focusing on lifespan—the number of years we live—to healthspan, the number of years we live well. While the goal of extending life expectancy is an age-old pursuit, it’s becoming increasingly clear that a longer life isn’t necessarily a better one unless those added years are spent in good health. Healthspan is a concept that bridges this gap, emphasizing the quality of life over its mere duration.