The Number of Working-Age Adults With Chronic Health Conditions Grew to 58 Million Between 1997 & 2006

OPEN MINDS On-Line News Strategic Health Care News Between 1997 and 2006, the number of working-age adults with chronic health conditions grew from 46 million in 1997 to 58 million in 2006. The percentage of all adults with chronic health conditions also grew from 28% in 1997 to 31% in 2006. Of the seven chronic conditions tracked, the following was noted: Hypertension, diabetes, emphysema, and cancer all increased in prevalence. Heart disease, stroke, and asthma prevalence did not increase. Researchers also noted that the profile of individuals with one of the seven chronic conditions changed over time. By . . .