Georgia ranked 39th in United Health Foundation’s 2026 America’s Health Rankings Senior Report, falling one spot from last year while continuing to face challenges in several measures of older adult health.
The report also points to areas of progress, including improvements in mental health and declines in preventable deaths among older adults.
Dr. Joel Caschette, chief medical officer for UnitedHealthcare Medicare and Retirement, joined “All Things Considered” to discuss what the findings mean for the state’s growing senior population, the importance of addressing social isolation and mental health, and why rising drug-related deaths among older adults remain a concern.
He also shared practical steps seniors and their families can take to support healthy aging.
Christopher Alston contributed to this report
