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A University of Gothenburg study finds that individuals who undergo obesity (bariatric) surgery have a higher average life expectancy compared to those given conventional treatment for obesity. The study, published in The New England Journal of Medicine, shows that bariatric surgery prolongs life expectancy by 3 years, but patients sti...
A USF study found that COVID-19 causes an average of nearly 10 years of life loss per person who dies after contracting the virus. The researchers used a tool called 'years of life lost' to account for age, sex and pre-existing conditions, revealing significant disparities in mortality effects across different age groups and regions.
A study published in PLOS Medicine found that individuals with multiple chronic conditions can still benefit from a healthy lifestyle, leading to up to 7.6 years longer life expectancy. The research analyzed data from the UK Biobank and found that abstinence from smoking had the largest survival benefit.
A study by University of Jyväskylä found that older adults (75-80 years) have improved muscle strength, walking speed, reaction time, verbal fluency, and cognitive performance compared to the same-aged individuals in the 1990s. Increased education was a key factor behind these improvements.
A new study suggests that people with type 1 diabetes will live almost 8 years less and those with type 2 diabetes will live almost 2 years less than the general population. The study used data from the UK National Diabetes Audit and Office for National Statistics to calculate life expectancy, finding a significant gap in mortality rat...
A new study published in PLOS ONE suggests that COVID-19 could lead to a short-term decline in life expectancy, especially in regions with high average life expectancy. The analysis found that at moderate to high prevalence rates, the pandemic could cause significant losses in life expectancy.
A study of 34 countries found that intergenerational resource sharing is associated with lower mortality rates and increased life expectancy. The nature of sharing did not affect the outcome, suggesting that it may reflect social interconnectedness and benefit human health.
A study published in Scientific Reports found that life expectancy for Black men in Washington, DC, was on average 17.23 years shorter than for white men, while Black women had a gap of 12.06 years. The study attributed these disparities to factors such as heart disease, homicide, cancer, and socioeconomic conditions.
A study by Syracuse University found that Americans who live in blue states tend to live longer than those in red states, primarily due to state policies. Liberal state policies could raise US life expectancy by over 2 years, while conservative policies could reduce it by 2 years.
Researchers found that 59.3% of men and 56.2% of women over 75 received unnecessary colorectal cancer screenings, while 45.8% of women under 65 received unnecessary cervical cancer screenings. The study highlights the need for targeted screening recommendations to balance risks with benefits.
Life expectancy in the US varies significantly across census tracts, with socioeconomic and demographic factors playing a major role. The study identified strong associations between age, income, and race/ethnicity with life expectancy at local levels.
A new UCL-led study reveals that people in their 40s and 50s are likely to suffer more years of ill health than older generations. The study found a greater prevalence of ill health among those born later, with conditions such as diabetes and obesity affecting people earlier.
Researchers propose using an equivalency criterion to determine the old age threshold based on a fixed remaining life expectancy, which is consistent with the equivalency criterion. This approach highlights the need to reevaluate traditional measures of aging and provides a more nuanced understanding of population aging.
A new study from Veterans Affairs Research Communications used predictive modeling techniques on over 275,000 patients with diabetes to identify factors that impact mortality. The results placed patients in three time frames for expected death and provide a framework for clinicians to make informed treatment decisions.
Researchers estimated life expectancy differences between HIV-infected and uninfected adults from 2000 to 2016. Antiretroviral therapy has increased life expectancy for those with HIV, addressing a gap in recent data on the topic.
A new study found that 21% of patients with kidney failure treated with dialysis experience regret, particularly those who choose dialysis due to external pressures. Discussing life expectancy and completing a living will can help mitigate this regret.
A large-scale study of Danish workers found that physically demanding jobs are associated with shorter working life expectancy, more sick leave, and unemployment. The research highlights the need to address physical work demands in relation to increasing statutory retirement ages.
A recent study published in PLOS ONE found that tackling unhealthy lifestyle factors can provide the greatest benefit in increasing life expectancy among those with severe mental illness. Interventions aimed at stopping smoking and reducing sedentary behavior show promise, with potential increases of 2 years and 1 year, respectively.
A study led by University of Leeds found that energy use and fossil fuels do not contribute significantly to increases in life expectancy. Instead, growth in national income and improving healthcare systems play a more crucial role.
Life expectancy in the US has stagnated since 2010, with cardiovascular diseases having a greater impact than drug deaths from the opioid crisis. The number of drug-related deaths had a small influence on life expectancy, rising by just 0.4 years between 2010 and 2017.
A new IIASA study finds that many Europeans, especially women, underestimate their remaining life expectancy, leading to costly decisions. The researchers used SHARE data from 9 European countries to estimate subjective life expectancies from age 60 to 90 for men and women.
A study by Neil Mehta et al reveals that stagnant US life expectancy is largely attributed to a stalled decline in cardiovascular deaths. The analysis from CDC and WHO data challenges the prevailing narrative that drug overdoses are the primary cause of stagnation.
A Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare study found that heavy stress shortens life expectancy by 2.8 years, while a healthy lifestyle can increase it by 1.4 years (fruit) and 0.9 years (vegetables). The same factors impacted both men and women.
A recent study by Penn State researchers found that communities with more fast food restaurants, higher population density, and jobs in the extraction industry have shorter life expectancies. Conversely, areas with growing populations, good access to physicians, and high social cohesion tend to have longer lifespans.
A new study by Penn State researchers found that community characteristics play a significant role in determining life expectancy, with factors such as fast food restaurants, population density, and jobs in the extraction industry negatively affecting lifespan. Conversely, social capital, good access to physicians, and lower population...
A new study reveals that air pollution is the leading cause of premature death worldwide, with 8.8 million deaths in 2015. The effects of air pollution shorten lives by an average of almost three years.
Researchers estimate that air pollution causes an extra 8.8 million premature deaths annually, shortening global life expectancy by nearly three years. Cardiovascular diseases account for the greatest proportion of shortened lives, with older people disproportionately affected.
A new study by Brigham and Women's Hospital investigators found that aggressively lowering blood pressure levels can add six months to three years to a person's lifetime, depending on their age. The analysis used age-based methods to estimate the long-term benefits of intensive blood pressure control.
A study analyzing data from 49 countries and regions found that increased lifespan equality is associated with higher life expectancy. High reductions in mortality at young ages contribute to both increased life expectancy and greater lifespan equality.
A multi-institution study finds that level of education is best predictor of life expectancy, outshining racial factors. Higher education levels resulted in 1.37 fewer years of lost life expectancy, suggesting improved access to education could reverse declining life expectancy trends.
The American Heart Association's 2030 Impact Goals aim to increase healthy life expectancy globally, with targets of 67 years by 2030. Despite positive trends in cardiovascular health, the US faces challenges such as obesity and inadequate physical activity among youth.
A new study published in BMJ found that middle-aged individuals who practice five healthy habits at age 50 can live an average of 34.4 more years free of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and cancer compared to those with none
A study of US health professionals found that adopting five healthy lifestyle factors can add up to 10 extra years of disease-free life, with women gaining the most benefit. Participants who adopted four or five low-risk lifestyle factors had significantly longer life expectancy free from major chronic diseases.
Researchers argue that intervening on biological aging mechanisms can slow multiple age-related diseases, extending health span. Geroscience seeks to define the underlying causes of aging, aiming to delay or prevent diseases simultaneously.
Analysis of US life expectancy reveals a nearly 10-year increase from 69.9 years in 1959 to 78.9 years in 2016, driven by factors such as drug overdoses, suicides, and organ system diseases among working-age adults.
A new VCU study finds that mortality among 25 to 64 year-olds is increasing, particularly in Rust Belt states and Appalachia. The trend of rising death rates is linked to causes such as drug overdoses, alcohol abuse, and suicides, as well as organ system diseases.
Researchers found that life expectancy in Switzerland has increased, but the country's population who only attended compulsory schooling are living longer in poor health. The gap between men and women is also widening, with women experiencing a smaller increase in healthy years due to their higher life expectancy
A Dutch study found that early onset of PD, memory and thinking impairment, and high levodopa medication use are linked to increased mortality. The study suggests that progressive motor impairment may be a key factor in the association between PD and reduced life expectancy.
A nationwide study in Denmark found that people with mental disorders die 10-7 years earlier than the general population. The study, published in The Lancet, explores mortality rates for different types of mental disorders, including depression and anxiety.
Researchers at Kyoto University analyzed data from over 1,000 captive chimpanzees in Japan, revealing an average life expectancy of 40 years for adults, with males reaching 41.5 years and females 39.2 years on average. The study highlights the importance of providing long-term care to these intelligent, long-lived creatures.
A new review shows that Russia's decline in overall alcohol consumption has gone hand-in-hand with a parallel decrease in the country's mortality rates. The study analyzed data on death rates, cause of death, life expectancy, and beer sales to find this correlation. Government policies, including restrictions on hours of sale, minimum ...
A UK government-used VPF valuation undervalues human life due to insufficient sample size and invalid interpretation methods. An alternative method called J-value offers an accurate assessment by balancing safety spend against extended life expectancy, valuing a life at £8.59 million.
A new study analyzed Zambia's cause of death patterns and found that eliminating HIV/AIDS in the adult age group could gain notable years of life expectancy. The study also revealed a correlation between level of education and HIV/AIDS prevalence, as well as regional variations in cause of death patterns.
A new study measures life expectancy based on historical mortality conditions, revealing Australian men live to 74.1 years, surpassing other countries like Japan and the Nordic nations. This achievement is attributed to Australia's long history of stability and high standard of living, which have contributed to better health outcomes.
Research from Imperial College London finds air pollution associated with increased mortality and reduced life expectancy in the US. Fine particles PM2.5 are estimated to have caused 15,612 female deaths and 14,757 male deaths between 1999-2015.
A study found that current fine particulate matter pollution in the US is associated with an estimated 15,612 female deaths and 14,757 male deaths, resulting in a loss of national life expectancy by 0.15 years for women and 0.13 years for men. Lowering PM2.5 pollution could benefit the entire US population and reduce health inequalities.
Research from University of Pennsylvania demographers finds that non-Hispanic white life expectancy has slowed or reversed since 2010, especially among 25- to 44-year-olds and women. The trend is particularly stark in rural areas, where mortality has risen despite progress seen in urban centers.
Shortness of breath and cough/wheeze in smokers reduce life expectancy, while mild respiratory symptoms warrant further investigation
A study analyzing cancer deaths in the US found that premature mortality resulted in substantial economic losses, with $94.4 billion estimated lost earnings in 2015. The analysis also highlighted large variations in lost productivity across states.
Researchers studied clinician and older adult perspectives on communicating cancer screening cessation. Key findings include framing discussions around risks and benefits, patient empowerment, and addressing life expectancy concerns. The study aims to personalize cancer screening for elderly patients.
A University of Michigan study challenges the notion that growing life expectancy inequality is driven by opioid use. The research suggests that deaths from cardiovascular disease and cancers are main reasons for the widening gap among less-educated Americans.
Research at ATS 2019 reveals a significant disparity in pulmonary rehabilitation participation among African American patients with COPD compared to their white counterparts. Pulmonary rehabilitation has been shown to improve life expectancy and reduce exacerbations from the disease.
Research finds Australia's life expectancy at birth has slowed, requiring better control of health risk factors like obesity to achieve future increases. The rate of growth in Australia is now falling behind most other high-income nations.
Estimates suggest health care accounts for between 5% and 15% of the variation in premature death, while behavioral and social factors account for a much higher percentage. Health experts advocate for a diversified portfolio of national investments to generate a higher health yield.
Life expectancy differences between rich and poor in Norway increased between 2005-2015. Higher mortality rates from cardiovascular disease, cancer, and substance abuse explain the disparity. Smoking also plays a role.
The University of Illinois Chicago will launch a program using community health workers, social workers, and doulas to improve health outcomes for pregnant women and their children in historically underserved neighborhoods. Maternal mortality rates are disproportionately high among black women, prompting the initiative.
A study by Max Planck Institute found that pension gap between rich and poor in Germany has grown significantly over the past 20 years. Life expectancy of poor men is diverging more from rich men, with those receiving high retirement benefits living 19 years longer on average compared to low-income men.
A new study suggests that democracy is associated with improved public health outcomes in low- and middle-income countries, especially in areas such as cardiovascular disease and noncommunicable diseases. The researchers found that democratic institutions and processes can be a catalyst for improving population health.
A study published in the European Heart Journal found that air pollution is responsible for an estimated 8.8 million extra deaths globally, with Europe accounting for nearly 800,000 excess deaths annually. In Europe, air pollution causes an estimated 790,000 extra deaths and between 40-80% are due to cardiovascular diseases.
A USC study found that the US has the highest drug overdose death rates among high-income countries, with mortality rates tripling over the past two decades. The study suggests that the epidemic is contributing to the widening gap in life expectancy between the US and other high-income countries.