prevailing
Existing or most commonly accepted at a particular time.
trajectory
The path followed by a moving object or the development of a process over time.
ailments
A minor illness or physical disorder.
pivotal
Of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else.
burgeoning
Growing or expanding rapidly.
insurmountable
Too great to be overcome.
allocation
The action or process of allocating or distributing something.
well-being
The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy, especially as a result of one's own actions.
discourse
Written or spoken communication or debate.
contend
Assert something as a position in an argument.
isolation
The state of feeling alone or separated from others.
exclusion
The process of excluding or the state of being excluded.
gerontology
The scientific study of old age, the process of aging, and the problems of aged persons.
longevity
Long existence or service; long life.
geriatrics
The branch of medicine or social science dealing with the health and care of old people.
demographic
Relating to the statistical data of a population, especially those showing average age, income, education, etc.
palliative
Relieving or soothing the symptoms of a disease or disorder without effecting a cure.
superannuation
Regular payment made into a fund by an employee toward a future pension.