Do You Know a UK Centenarian? We'd Love to Hear From You.
Based on recent figures, the count of centenarians in the UK has grown by 100% from 8,300 in 2004 to 16,600 in 2024.
From 2004 and 2024, the total of male individuals reaching 100 has tripled from 910 to 3,100. Over the identical period, the number of female centenarians nearly doubled from 7,400 to 13,600.
We are keen to hear from individuals who have reached 100, their family or close ones, about what it has been like to bear witness to the past century’s major happenings and shifts.
Looking Back: Your Guidance
In retrospect, what wisdom would you give to your past self? What is your recipe to a lengthy lifespan? Tell us your thoughts.
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