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Italy's Centenarian Boom: Istat Data

Istat data reveals a significant increase in Italy's centenarian population, with women making up the vast majority. Regional variations and living arrangements are also explored.

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Emma MoranoAntonio ToddeJohn Alfred TinniswoodTomiko Itooka

Where do most centenarians and supercentenarians in Italy live?: Most centenarians (89-90%) live with their families, even more so among supercentenarians (96.7%). This may be due to a lack of specialized care facilities or the family's ability to provide personalized care.
Which region in Italy has the highest number and concentration of centenarians?: Lombardy has the highest number of centenarians, followed by Lazio and Emilia-Romagna. However, Liguria has the highest concentration of centenarians per 100,000 residents.
What are the current records for the oldest Italian and globally oldest individuals?: The Italian longevity records remain unbroken; Emma Morano holds the record for the oldest Italian woman (117 years) and Antonio Todde for the oldest Italian man (112 years). Globally, John Alfred Tinniswood and Tomiko Itooka currently hold the records.
What is the gender ratio among semi-supercentenarians and supercentenarians in Italy?: The majority of semi-supercentenarians (those aged 105+) are women (89%), while only 11% are men. This trend continues among supercentenarians (110+ years old), with only one man among the 21 individuals.
How many centenarians were there in Italy as of January 1, 2024, and what was the gender breakdown?: As of January 1, 2024, there were 22,552 centenarians in Italy, 81% of whom were women. This represents a 30% increase compared to 10 years prior.

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