Breaking Records: US Life Expectancy Soars to New Heights—What’s Fueling the Surge?
Image Credit: dragoscondrea/123rf.com Life expectancy in the United States has reached a historic high in 2024, climbing to 79 years—the highest level ever recorded. This increase marks a significant recovery following years of decline attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic and rising drug overdose deaths. Early projections for 2025 indicate the possibility of continued improvement. The…