Policies and strategies on active and healthy ageing: a scoping review of the recommendations of European and international agencies.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Over the past six decades, life expectancy has significantly increased, with a concurrent decline in fertility rates, leading to unprecedented demographic shifts. These changes have deeply changed population structures and presented challenges for welfare systems, particularly regarding sustainability and intergenerational equity.

Aim

This study aimed to review recommendations from major international organizations [e.g., the World Health Organisation (WHO), Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), European Union (EU)] to promote active and healthy ageing (AHA).

Methods

A scoping review was conducted to identify policy-relevant documents published between 2008 and 2023 by major international and European organizations. The search strat

SUBMITTER: Caristia S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12819296 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature