How can we be responsible ancestors for future generations?

Being a good ancestor is about ensuring a healthy and sustainable future for generations to come. As part of our commitment to create an open conversation about it, we created the Generational Health Insights report and docuseries.

This extensive research project aims to gain a greater understanding of what is needed to build healthcare systems for future generations as well as better address the healthcare needs of people today.

Our cross-generational contributors

Combined with observations and conclusions from Health Economist, Joe-Max Wakim, ‘Generational Health Insights’ explores the perspectives, views and experiences from a group of people of different generations, genders, nationalities and backgrounds.

Our cross-generational contributors provide a snapshot of how different generations view key healthcare topics, such as ‘Living Well’, ‘Mental Health’ and ‘Digital Health’, in the context of their own lives and experiences.

What can we learn from it?

We learn from our ancestors, and pass this learning onto the next generation, but we need to think about this in a sustainable way, to ensure a healthy, long-term future. Some of the key findings and takeaways from the Generational Health Insights are described below.

Living Well
We need to adapt timeless practices to contemporary life so future generations can benefit from a cultural shift that accepts preventative care.
By 2030, 1 in 6 people will be aged 60 years or over¹. The idea of living to a very old age was not welcomed by our contributors, unless they could be confident of a good quality of life.

Mental Health
Support for mental health needs to be tailored to at-risk populations.
47% of Gen Zer’s aged 12 to 26 often or always feel anxious², and 22% often or always feel depressed. With different generations experiencing different challenges around mental fitness, a one size fits all approach won’t work.

Digital Health
We need to integrate technology appropriately while not losing the personal touch.
In 2024, there has been a 6,500% increase in prescribed mental health apps. While digital health services and the use of AI in healthcare settings continues to grow and provide benefits, research shows that there will still be a role for human healthcare professionals when it comes to more personal interactions and diagnosis.

How can you access it?

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