- The consumer public has voted with their wallets overwhelmingly in favor of the anti-aging healthcare model. The anti-aging marketplace is one that is demographics-driven: people around the world are getting older. As a result the anti-aging marketplace is projected to reach $41.94 billion by 2006, expanding at an average annual rate (AAGR) of 8% [Business Communications Company, 2002].
- The anti-aging market is expected to grow to $41.94 billion in 2006, reflecting an average annual rate (AAGR) of 9% [“Drugs and Cosmetics for Aging Boomers,” Business Communications Company, Inc., 2002]The market with the highest projected AAGR is hormone replacement therapy, at 16.5% [“Drugs and Cosmetics for Aging Boomers,” Business Communications Company, Inc., 2002]
- Global nutraceuticals market grew from $38.2 billion in 1999, to reach $46.7 billion in 2002; by 2007, global nutraceutical sales are projected to reach $74.7 billion [reported by NutraIngredients.com, “Nutraceuticals sales to hit $75 billion”]In the US, the nutraceuticals market stands at $17.1 billion [“NBJ Releases New Report on Maturing US Supplement Industry,” Nutrition Business Journal, September 2002.]
- Sixty percent (60%) of Americans age 65+ are pursuing anti-aging interventions -- including hormone replacement therapies and dietary supplementation [MSNBC Jan. 28, 2002.]Dietary supplement sales in 2000 were $17 billion. [Nutrition Business Journal, Nov. 2001.]
- Thirty-three percent (33%) of adults take supplements on the specific advice of their doctor. [Harris Interactive survey, 2001.]
LUCRATIVE PINOFF INDUSTRIES CREATED BY THE ANTI-AGING MARKETPLACE INCLUDE :
- Prescription Drugs: $70 billion annually spent by the public on medicines prescribed for aging-related diseases
- Fifty-Plus Fitness and Spa: $400 billion and growing by 15% each year
- Cosmetic Procedures: $20 billion in plastic surgery and non-surgery skin treatments spent by men and women ages 35-50 last year
- Pain Management: $7 billion ($16 billion if including painkiller drugs) a year, this market is aimed at relieving Boomer-generation chronic pain (including "Boomeritis") "Drug trips," Money, September 2001; "How to surf the age wave," Time Magazine, Aug. 4, 2002; American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, February 2002; MarketData Enterprises, November 2001.
LABORATORIES, IMAGING & DIAGNOSTIC CENTERS
Precise and accurate testing/diagnostic is always the first and the crucial step prior commencing an integrative anti-aging program. Required tests and the available diagnostic technologies & laboratory services for aging intervention and management will be explored during the conference. Providers of this essential component of anti-aging medicine are encouraged to participate in the expo.
PHARMACEUTICALS, NUTRACEUTICALS AND DIETARY SUPPLEMENT
Tailored diet and nutrition program plus nutraceuticals supplementation are compulsory for optimal health and prevention and management of chronic degenerative diseases associated with age. Today, progressive and visionary physicians/medical doctors combine pharmacotherapy and nutraceuticals for immediate treatment, prevention, and long term health maintenance and support. Trustworthy suppliers are looked-for!
BIO-HORMONE PRODUCTS & NATURAL HORMONES ENHANCERS
Hormone has been used by conventional doctors for more than 30 years for treating conditions associated with hormonal imbalance such as menopause. Hormone deficiency or imbalance is in fact one of the major issues in aging and physiological function declines. Science and biomedical advancement have brought new opportunity for medical doctors to use bio-identical hormone to address the concerns. Creditable suppliers are needed!
SKINCARE, AESTHETIC INSTRUMENTS, ANTI-AGING COSMETICS & COSMECEUTICALS
Aesthetic Medicine is an imperative attribute in an anti-aging program. Many requires that internal rejuvenation is accompanied by external looks enhancement. It is a universal demand to feel younger and look younger at the same time. The course of treatments are all-embracing topical skincare, cosmeceuticals, anti-aging cosmetics, as well as the use of lasers, lights, and the wide-ranging injectibles. Suppliers of those are strongly recommended to take part in the expo.
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Suppliers of High-Tech Medical and Diagnostic Equipment/Instrument
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Longevity Centers, Wellness Centers, Health Spas and Medical SpasFitness/Physical Therapy Centers and Fitness Equipment Supplies
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Physician in Practice/Anti-Aging Practice ConsultantsMedicine Books and Medical Information Systems
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Internet Health CompaniesPractice Insurance
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Universities/Institutions, Clinics and Hospitals
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