I am retired and never had an overnight stay in hospital – any one else here the same .

[ChrisKC]

Good for you. Glad to hear of anyone with good health. It helps enormously as it relates to other aspects and philosophy of life. 

 

I am 74 and never been in a hospital bed since the day I was born. I am not high in anything except energy, stamina, brain power, motivation and always ready for new adventure. All my vital signs are in normal range. Never been overweight, no broken bones, diseases, no man problems ever. Absolutely nothing. great hearing, have my own teeth and hair. Vision is perfect, i don't even wear glasses for anything.

 

I am close to eating plant only food for a few years. I have  been a serious runner for 25 years training and racing up to 50 miles (80 kms a week). But for the last ten years (in Thailand) have been cycling. Over that time about nine years, biked about 50,000 kms. In the last year have biked more than 8,000 kms at an average 24.5 kph including up and down the mountains. Currently averaging nearly 300 kms per week and two or three times per week going out twice a day (60 to 70 kms in those days)

 

But I know this can all end in an instant, so I value it so much while I can

 

Am I lucky? Yes i must have had some luck but I think can also say haven't been unlucky. 

 

Chris in Lampang 

[ChrisKC]

Good for you. Glad to hear of anyone with good health. It helps enormously as it relates to other aspects and philosophy of life. 

 

I am 74 and never been in a hospital bed since the day I was born. I am not high in anything except energy, stamina, brain power, motivation and always ready for new adventure. All my vital signs are in normal range. Never been overweight, no broken bones, diseases, no man problems ever. Absolutely nothing. great hearing, have my own teeth and hair. Vision is perfect, i don't even wear glasses for anything.

 

I am close to eating plant only food for a few years. I have  been a serious runner for 25 years training and racing up to 50 miles (80 kms a week). But for the last ten years (in Thailand) have been cycling. Over that time about nine years, biked about 50,000 kms. In the last year have biked more than 8,000 kms at an average 24.5 kph including up and down the mountains. Currently averaging nearly 300 kms per week and two or three times per week going out twice a day (60 to 70 kms in those days)

 

But I know this can all end in an instant, so I value it so much while I can

 

Am I lucky? Yes i must have had some luck but I think can also say haven't been unlucky. 

 

Chris in Lampang 

[ChrisKC]

Good for you. Glad to hear of anyone with good health. It helps enormously as it relates to other aspects and philosophy of life. 

 

I am 74 and never been in a hospital bed since the day I was born. I am not high in anything except energy, stamina, brain power, motivation and always ready for new adventure. All my vital signs are in normal range. Never been overweight, no broken bones, diseases, no man problems ever. Absolutely nothing. great hearing, have my own teeth and hair. Vision is perfect, i don't even wear glasses for anything.

 

I am close to eating plant only food for a few years. I have  been a serious runner for 25 years training and racing up to 50 miles (80 kms a week). But for the last ten years (in Thailand) have been cycling. Over that time about nine years, biked about 50,000 kms. In the last year have biked more than 8,000 kms at an average 24.5 kph including up and down the mountains. Currently averaging nearly 300 kms per week and two or three times per week going out twice a day (60 to 70 kms in those days)

 

But I know this can all end in an instant, so I value it so much while I can

 

Am I lucky? Yes i must have had some luck but I think can also say haven't been unlucky. 

 

Chris in Lampang 

[kokopelli]

I never had an overnight stay in a hospital until I had an overnight stay! So what does any of that mean?  It means absolutely nothing!  Kind of like saying " I never was killed in an auto/motorbike accident". 5555

[Dania2019]

79 - never been sick - still going strong

[Dania2019]

Forgot - after 12 years here

[NoshowJones]

No, never had an overnight hospital stay. Never even have had any hospital stay for any illness.

Lifetime of no drinking or smoking.

[steven100]

2 hours ago, natway09 said:

Also driven over 1 million kilometers without an accident

was that in the navada desert ?

[NoshowJones]

On 4/15/2019 at 11:51 AM, samsensam said:

 

broken cheekbone playing rugby. that's it.

 

i think the majority of people go through most of their lives avoiding hospital stays, certainly if my family/friends are anything to go by

 

I don't think that at all.

[steven100]

1 hour ago, CGW said:

64, one night in hospital about 10 years ago in Pattaya - got bitten by 16 wasps ????

I've been bitten in Pattaya so many times .... but it wasn't wasps

[Destiny1990]

I love going to Thai hospitals but purely to visit sick expat friends and besides that also for flirting with pretty Thai nurses in smart looking uniforms.

[Bonobojt]

There’s many things that can add to your longevity and health. Your living in a warm sunny climate so that’s a big advantage, getting lots of vitamin D from the sun. Having a Thai wife or Thai lady will also help you live longer, sex is healthy and having a family gives you a sense of purpose. Doing some work will give you a sense of purpose too.

Diet is also a big one, some people are lucky and eat junk food and drink alcohol and have no health issues, most people will get health issues though (millions die of cancer and heart disease every year). 

Eating a whole foods plant based diet with little or no animal products seems to be the diet that will increase your longevity and keep you in good health (check out the blue Zones). 

[kokopelli]

On 4/15/2019 at 11:13 AM, MrScratch said:

The reason I’m asking about this is due to the fact that I’m 70 years old and so far Ive never ever required medical attention requiring an overnight hospital stay . Yes over the years Ive needed short term medical treatment for a various range of minor issues , but I have never required an over night hospital stay or continuing long term medical attention.

 

Same as me, I was 70 yo and never had a broken bone or ever stayed in a hospital! And then that all changed due to heart problems and I have been in and out several times.  And now I am still alive 9 years later and all because I did stay in a hospital!  Just the way it goes. 

And I never have been killed in a motorbike accident or auto accident. Amazing!!

[Qman]

Two nights for elective knee replacement seven years ago.  None for health related issues in my 69 years.  Have a friend who was asked by his doctor when was he last in the hospital and he said 1945 when he was born.  Good genes are a big part along with limited abuse of your body.

[rollrunna]

ummm this feels a bit weird as i haven t thought much about what other aged humans think about death... I am 72 this july, i have smoked and drunk alcohol all my life and yes of course enjoyed recreational substances when i was younger, had to stop around early 60 s as my lungs could be better. I last stayed overnight in a hospital when i was 18 awaiting plastic surgery for a broken nose. Rarely ill since i have lived in Asia for the past 13 years, ... I have experienced younger friends dying ,...am i lucky, ?  is it a consideration ? No... i think life is about waking up each morning and doing something enjoyable, yes get some exercise, sitting here banging this out is after 5 hours part time work i manage 6 days a week ( now being offered that job was lucky ).... I dont think good health is lucky, it is what it is, probably suffering a serious and life threatening disease is unlucky. Yes of course i occasionally think of death especially as i feel my body and stamina fading, i would like to think i would have the conviction and energy to stop my own life were i to be diagnosed with a grueling death...  The Long Swim....  perhaps a Valhalla Exit would suit me...   I live on a tropical island with just enough cash to live, i feel i have done it all with  reasonable  results... maybe i will not wake tomorrow morning ....It is what it is...  

[MadMuhammad]

I retired at 36 and now I’m 41. I’ve spent close to a total of 6 months in hospital over the years, 4 months the longest consecutive stint. I reckon I should be ok from here on out 555

[MadMuhammad]

2 hours ago, steven100 said:

was that in the navada desert ?

I’ve crashed every thing I’ve owned, and a few I haven’t 

[Acharn]

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I have no real answer as to why it seems I have so far been lucky

Just ordinary good luck. Good genes. You chose the right parents. I was really luchy until I was 67, when I contracted pheumonia. After that I have been really lucky until three years ago, when I was diagnosed with emphysema. Even at that I was really lucky because it didn't involve a hospital stay and my hospital here in a small city had an excellent pulmonary specialist who speaks excellent English. Oh, and because with the medication my doctor prescribed I rarely remember I have the condition. I just spent a night in the hospital with the flu, possibly interacting with my emphysema. At that I'm still lucky, because I got the vaccination last September, so flu not that bad, only a single night in the hospital, and no secondary infection. I'm 82 now and sure things are going to get worse, but I'm grateful I've been so lucky so far. 

ETA: If you really want to get into why you're so lucky, the Law of Karma suggests that in this life or some past life you did something meritorious and this is the result of that choice (karma). Maybe you gave food to a stray dog which was to be reborn as a Boddhisatva. No way to know unless you achieve enlightenment in this life.

 

Edited April 17, 2019 by Acharn

[davidst01]

surprising that you have never had a colonoscopy which requires an overnight stay. At your age good prevention is recommended by having this done

[brewsterbudgen]

surprising that you have never had a colonoscopy which requires an overnight stay. At your age good prevention is recommended by having this done

Having a colonoscopy at Bumrungrad took a morning for me. Why would it involve an overnight stay?

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[MrScratch]

6 hours ago, transam said:

1954 tonsils, 2001/2 knee and detached retina OP, 2018 and 2019 new eye lens op's...But this ol' guy lifts weights....????

Lifting weights , now that's some thing Ive never really though about.

[MrScratch]

6 hours ago, ignis said:

Still think it is a good idea to get yourself reg to a Hospital....  in 2004 had pain had to go to the Hospital in the middle of the night, the only one I could think of and not to far was Bang Yai....  Burst Appendix had the Op as soon as the surgeon arrived at 04:00 had to stay 3 nights 76,000 baht + NOT a private room...  

 

Have stayed 2 nights at a much cheaper place in Bang Bua Thong in 2007, then arranged to get reg'd to a big Hospital..  The best Dr's and Med's at a good price was the Red Cross in BKK, early 2015 spent 5 nights there [Diabetic related] still go there 4x year [my 3 month Diabetic checks + Med's]....  Yes it is 60 km to get there, so not sure if it was an emergency.... Guess Bang Bua Thong as also Reg'd at that Hospital go there for anything small and minor.

 

Age 70 this year. + been Diabetic 35 years... 

70 years old and been diabetic for 35 years , that sounds a long time

[MrScratch]

6 hours ago, johnnysunshine said:

I am 75 years young and the last hospital overnight visit was in America about 52 years ago with a cystoscopy operation resulting in my immediate focus on health from that time onwards.   

I woke up from a catheterization of my urethra and the cystoscopy and when I got up to go pee my salt in my urine embraced the urethral damage and scars and I screamed and started hitting my head against the wall for a more acceptable pain.   

I chose to be an investigative "health nut" afterwards and have never stopped to this day.  

75 and a health nut , any tips for a 70 year old

[MrScratch]

6 hours ago, jesimps said:

Me. 74 yoa, 12 years in Thailand never overnighted in hospital. Had outpatient treatment once. Touch wood!

74 no over night hospital stay in 12 years , do you watch your weight / exercise .

[MrScratch]

6 hours ago, anglesea said:

Like you, I am 75 year old Australian, retired and living in Thailand over 5 years. Except for a regular colonoscopy day surgery and some miner scrapes, no overnight stays in hospital anywhere. I guess I am lucky but I have to say managing my health and known conditions eg diabetes 2 is my number one priority

The 70’s age range seems to have been lucky for many .

[MrScratch]

6 hours ago, rickudon said:

Aged 66, not been an overnight patient at a hospital since i was 1 year old (measles, I think). Not on any regular medication, not a health fanatic, gave up smoking over 40 years ago and drink little alcohol. Have had a few day surgery investigations but nothing significant found. 

 

Negatives - lousy eyesight, bad back, RSI and (as the doctor put it when suffering shoulder problems 'just the usual age related degeneration' (bastard)) and some digestive issues, slightly elevated blood pressure. age expectancy - 85 (I hope). Good job I am retired, work is a challenge with all the above!

 

 

66 and no overnight hospital stay , the ‘’ not a health fanatic ‘’ part sounds different . I like the life expectancy positiveness of 85 . I often wince where I hear that yet another well known actor or celebrity has passed away and they were younger than me ????

 

[MrScratch]

6 hours ago, Andycoops said:

No over nights for me either. 

Andy how old are you?

[MrScratch]

5 hours ago, Jaxxper said:

Not sure what the agenda is for the question, but past medical history is not a fool proof way of forecasting future ailments , particularly as none of us are getting any younger. At 70 though that's a good innings without an overnight hospital stay. May health stay with you ????

No real agenda , just plain curiosity and the chance to share our experiences.

[MrScratch]

5 hours ago, ChrisKC said:

Good for you. Glad to hear of anyone with good health. It helps enormously as it relates to other aspects and philosophy of life. 

 

I am 74 and never been in a hospital bed since the day I was born. I am not high in anything except energy, stamina, brain power, motivation and always ready for new adventure. All my vital signs are in normal range. Never been overweight, no broken bones, diseases, no man problems ever. Absolutely nothing. great hearing, have my own teeth and hair. Vision is perfect, i don't even wear glasses for anything.

 

I am close to eating plant only food for a few years. I have  been a serious runner for 25 years training and racing up to 50 miles (80 kms a week). But for the last ten years (in Thailand) have been cycling. Over that time about nine years, biked about 50,000 kms. In the last year have biked more than 8,000 kms at an average 24.5 kph including up and down the mountains. Currently averaging nearly 300 kms per week and two or three times per week going out twice a day (60 to 70 kms in those days)

 

But I know this can all end in an instant, so I value it so much while I can

 

Am I lucky? Yes i must have had some luck but I think can also say haven't been unlucky. 

 

Chris in Lampang 

74 and never been in a hospital bed . Your health regime does you real credit and must spur on others for sure.

 

 

 

 

[MrScratch]

5 hours ago, kokopelli said:

I never had an overnight stay in a hospital until I had an overnight stay! So what does any of that mean?  It means absolutely nothing!  Kind of like saying " I never was killed in an auto/motorbike accident". 5555

I know it means absolutely nothing but never the less its still interesting to read other forum members experiences and thoughts on a subject that may interest many.????