older adults

Recent studies published by the Prison Policy Initiative Updates indicate that older adults with a history of incarceration experience significantly worsened health and well-being compared to those without such a background. One analysis, featured in the American Journal of Public Health, found that formerly incarcerated individuals over 50 face an 88% higher hazard of premature death and are projected to live nearly six fewer years. These findings contribute to ongoing discussions regarding incarceration as a critical social determinant of health.