British woman Ethel Caterham becomes oldest person in the world at 115
- In August 2024, Ethel Caterham, a resident of a care home in Surrey, southern England, was recognized as the oldest living person at 115 years old.
- She inherited the title following the death of 116-year-old Brazilian nun Inah Canabarro Lucas and the confirmation by gerontology groups.
- Born on August 21, 1909, in Hampshire, she married Norman Caterham in 1933, lived abroad during his military postings, and settled back in southern England.
- She attributes her long life to avoiding arguments and encourages embracing all possibilities with optimism and balance.
- Caterham has outlived her husband and daughters, recovered from COVID-19 at age 110, and remains active while emphasizing family and leaving memories.
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