Life Expectancy Rates Increase to Highest Levels in 79 Years
For many people, living a long and happy life is a top priority and they will go to great lengths to ensure that this happens. Studies are showing that life expectancy rates have hit a nearly 80 year high, which is great news for everyone. Many analysts and professionals feel like this is due to people living healthier lifestyles than ever before. With people more aware of the effects of unhealthy eating and exercise habits, the life expectancy rate is predicted to keep on rising. Here are a few of the different results of the life expectancy study that was conducted.
Women are Living Longest
One of the factors that has not changed in the data collected over the years is that women are living longer than men. Women are living at least five to ten years longer than men and the reasons are varied to say the least. One of the biggest reasons that women are living longer than men is that they are much more particular about what they eat than men are. Men have a larger risk of heart disease and diabetes than women do, which has been the case for many years now.
Deaths by Race
The new data shows that the only racial group that did not see a major decline in deaths is the Hispanic population. All other races, such as African Americans, saw a nearly 3 percent decrease in the deaths that their respective race saw. The largest decline in deaths was 5 percent and it was the Caucasian race group who received it. With all of the health conscious products and accessories on the market, it is getting easier and easier to live a long and fulfilling life.
Causes of Death
Yet another decline came in regards to the most common causes of death. One of the most common causes of death in America is heart disease and it saw a nearly 2 percent decline. Lung related diseases are also a very common cause of death in the U.S. and it saw around a 1.5 percent decline. With all of the research and data that is being processed all of the time in relation to popular diseases, people are actually able to get the treatments that they need.
There is no reason to allow your senior loved one to suffer, or struggle to handle day to day activities. With the assistance of our trained staff from Comfort Keepers, we can help your senior loved one live a happier, healthier and longer life. Call us today for an in home consultation in your own Santa Clarita home. We will establish a plan for care that will provide your senior loved one with everything they may need.
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