"Compression of morbidity" refers to which of the following processes?
A) the acceleration of the inverse relationship of morbidity and mortality
B) when illness is pushed further into old age
C) an increase in the maximum life span
D) whenever the natural life span is exceeded
E) none of these

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Compression of morbidity refers to a process where the onset of age-related illness and disability is delayed, resulting in a shorter period of time at the end of life when individuals are unhealthy. This means that people live longer without suffering from chronic diseases or severe disabilities. Thus, option B, when illness is pushed further into old age, is the correct choice. The other options are not related to the concept of compression of morbidity.

"Compression of Morbidity" Refers to Which of the Following Processes