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Lifestyle

Lifestyle

This indicator refers to the lifestyle choices of persons aged 65 years and over.

It includes data relating to:

  • Body Mass Index (BMI) which is a simple index of weight-for-height that is commonly used to classify underweight, overweight and obesity in adults.
  • Prevalence of smoking or vaping either daily or occasionally.
  • Prevalence of alcohol consumption.
Body Mass Index (BMI) by age group
Body Mass Index (BMI) by age group and year (%)
Prevalence of smoking or vaping for adults aged 18 years and over by age group
Frequency of alcohol consumption of persons aged 18 years and over by age group (%)
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