Many developed countries now have large numbers of people over the age of 65. What problems might this cause? How can the problems be solved?

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Aged people is likely to constitute a more significant part of population of most developed countries in the near future as a result of decrease in their related birth rates. This issue will definetly affect these countries in many terms.

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The birth rate in most developed countries is predicted to begin to fall over the next 50 years. By 2030 it is estimated that over one third of the population in most developed countries will be aged 65 and over.