of the life claims declined, 0.85 per cent were due to mis-representation and 0.16 per cent due to the definition of terminal illness not being met. .. abortion-rights supporters have described the proposal as a "gag rule" and say it would undermine reproductive health care for low-income patients.. the youngest claimant was aged 20, and the eldest aged 89, while the average policy duration at claim stage was 10 years.. aubrey: by comparison, fresh produce continues to lose nutrients due to handling and oxidation..