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The broad subject of old age has attracted the attention of writers and philosophers for many centuries. It contains the interrelated topics of the theories of ageing, how to increase longevity, and the medical management of sick elderly people. Initially, the first two themes attracted the most attention. It was not until the twentieth century that literature relating to medical care came to the fore.