10/13/2026
At Phlex65, we believe staying informed about the health of 👵👴our older adults is one of the best ways to 💙support vibrant, connected lives for seniors and their caregivers.
We strongly encourage you to read the full 2026 Senior Report here:
Read the full article to learn more:
https://www.americashealthrankings.org/publications/reports/2026-senior-report
Summary:
1️⃣ The report examines 56 measures of health and well-being for adults aged 60+ using data from 25 sources. 📊
2️⃣ Progress was seen in the home health care workforce, which grew by 5% between 2023 and 2024. 🏠👩⚕️
3️⃣ The number of geriatric clinicians increased by 4%, reaching a new high. 👴🩺
4️⃣ More older adults are staying active — the rate of those reporting no physical activity dropped by 16%. 🏃♂️✨
5️⃣ The early death rate among adults aged 65–74 decreased by 2%. ❤️📉
6️⃣ Food insecurity rose by 6%, now affecting 7.4 million adults aged 60 and older. 🍎😟
7️⃣ Adults aged 65–74 were the only group to see a significant rise in drug-related deaths. 💊📈
8️⃣ Rates of excessive drinking and su***de among older adults also increased. 🧠💔
9️⃣ Vermont ranks as the healthiest state for seniors, followed by Utah, New Hampshire, Minnesota, and Colorado. 🏆🌲
🔟 Louisiana faces the greatest challenges, followed by Mississippi, Kentucky, Arkansas, and West Virginia. The report also highlights unique health factors for older adults in rural communities. 🏡
We gently encourage you to explore the full report for deeper insights, state comparisons, and practical ways to support healthy aging in your family.
State-by-state study of our nation’s health. See the strengths, challenges, and overall rank of each state, based on key health measures.