American life expectancy last year declined to 76 years, the lowest level since 1996.
The COVID-19 pandemic contributed to the decline, but substance abuse has played a role as well.
And the news is worse, depending on race and gender.
Coming up on wellness Wednesday, what life expectancy estimates reflect about our times and what a lower life expectancy portends? Plus, protecting preventative care and a look at misophonia.
Guests:
- Paul Shafer, Assistant Professor of Health Law, Policy, and Management, Boston University School of Public Health
- Elizabeth Arias, Mortality Statistician, National Center for Health Statistics at the CDC
- Heather Hansen, PhD Student in Cognitive Psychology Program, Ohio State University
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