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๐ŸŒฑ Mapped: How Long People Live, by Country

๐ŸŒฑ Mapped: How Long People Live, by Country

Key Takeaways

  • How long you live depends a lot on where youโ€™re born.
  • For example, Western European countries have an 80+ life expectancy at birth
  • However, several African countries have a below 60 life expectancy, a lifespan that is a full 20 years shorter.

The Role of Basic Healthcare On Life Expectancy

Parts of already Africa battle a perfect storm of difficult living conditions: poor nutrition, not enough clean water, and violence.

However, the biggest difference between life expectancies of Africans and residents of high-income regions are for those before the age of 5 and after 60.

This is because both babies and older adults have a need for more specific medical attention.

However, this medical care doesn't need to be expensive. Even access to basic antibiotics can prevent premature deaths, leading to longer life expectancies.

๐ŸŒฑ Mapped: How Long People Live, by Country - Voronoi