Life expectancy increased rapidly through the 19th century and first half of the 20th century. In 1990, some scientists predicted those rapid gains would continue, leading to “radical life extension.” ...
By Priyanjana Pramanik, MSc. A major cohort study suggests that consistent adherence to established healthy eating patterns may add years to life, even after accounting for genetic predisposition.
After falling dramatically amid the COVID-19 pandemic, life expectancy in Chicago climbed back to the point of being near pre-pandemic levels in 2023, the Chicago Department of Public Health announced ...
Life expectancy is one of the clearest mirrors of a community’s health, and in one Southern state that reflection is troubling. South Carolina residents are now expected to live roughly four years ...
People with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) frequently live well into adulthood. Advances in treatment have significantly increased the life expectancy for this condition. The median life expectancy ...
South Koreas Health Life Expectancy Drops Below 70 Chronic diseases and lifestyle factors drive first decline in 8 years ...