Gender disparities in healthy ageing in China: current status and future prospects.

As the global population ages, China faces unique challenges due to its rapid economic development and societal changes. The older adult population in China, especially females, is growing rapidly, with women outnumbering men in older age groups. Gender disparities in aging manifest in physiological, psychological, and social aspects, including higher risks of cardiovascular diseases in older adultmen and osteoporosis in older adult women. China's rapidly aging population faces profound gender disparities in health outcomes, shaped by biological, social, and cultural determinants. Synthesizing data from the Global Burden of Disease study and national surveys, this perspective highlights elevated cardiovascular risks among older adult men, osteoporosis prevalence in women, and systemic inequities in healthcare access. We propose gender-sensitive strategies spanning research, policy, and societal awareness to advance equitable healthy aging.