105yearold

105yearold is a term used to refer to a person who has reached the age of 105 years. In demographic terms, they are centenarians, a group that includes individuals aged 100 to 109. Those who reach 110 or more belong to the subset known as supercentenarians. Because 105-year-olds are far less common than younger age groups, they represent a small proportion of the population and are distributed unevenly across countries, reflecting differences in longevity, health care, and record-keeping.

Most documented 105-year-olds are women, a pattern seen in longevity research for centenarians in many regions. Health status among this age group varies widely: some individuals maintain a degree of independence and mobility, while others require assistance with daily activities. Common medical concerns at this age include chronic conditions typical of advanced age, such as cardiovascular disease, arthritis, and sensory impairments. Medical care for 105-year-olds often emphasizes quality of life, pain and symptom management, and support for daily functioning.

Age verification for individuals claimed to be 105 relies on civil records, birth certificates, and other archival documents. In some areas, records from the early 20th century may be incomplete, which can lead to scrutiny or verification challenges by registries and longevity researchers. Nevertheless, confirmed cases of 105-year-olds contribute to studies on aging, genetics, and the impact of lifestyle and environment on extreme longevity.

In culture and research, 105-year-olds attract public interest and can inform discussions about aging populations, caregiving needs, and health care systems. They illustrate the upper tail of human lifespans and help contextualize what is possible in late life.