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Japan and Colombia’s Centenarian Surge | Colombia News
Japan just hit a historic milestone—100,000 people aged 100 or older—marking the first time this number has been reached and reflecting a 56-year steady climb. Over 87% are women, as Japan’s shrinking population and low birth rates strain its economy and social systems. Meanwhile, Colombia is also seeing a dramatic rise in centenarians, with nearly 20,000 now living past 100—a leap from just over 500 in 1953. Researchers are eyeing certain Colombian towns as potential “Blue Zones,” while Japan celebrates its oldest resident at 114. Both nations face profound societal challenges as longevity…
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