SS43 HEALTH AND RETIREMENT

The demographic transition in many countries has caused a substantial financial burden, as it is associated with decreased income for health and pension systems, as well as shortage of hands for the production and for taking care of oldest old. Improved health during work life is important to keep people at work for longer, but knowledge about the possible health consequences of postponed retirement age is limited. On the other hand, retirement may have both positive and negative effects on health. Retirement at pensionable age tends to be a temporary relief for those with sub-optimal health, on contrary, early retirement may have negative effects on physical and mental health.