Aging is one of the few things every living thing has in common. Humans, in particular, are living longer today than they did in the past. Much of this is due to societal advances such as vaccines, ...

The average life expectancy in the U.S. increased by almost a year in 2023, according to figures released by the Centers for Disease Control Thursday, Dec. 19. U.S. average life expectancy was 78.4 ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Humanity is hitting the upper limit of life expectancy, according to a new study. Advances in medical technology and genetic research — not to mention larger numbers of people making ...

Life expectancy is one of the clearest mirrors of a community’s health, and in one Southern state that reflection is troubling. South Carolina residents are now expected to live roughly four years ...

The dramatic gains in life expectancy seen over the last two centuries are slowing, according to a new study. Advances in medical technology and genetic research, not to mention larger numbers of ...

A psychologist has revealed the key signs of a common condition that reduces your life expectancy by three years.

Sleep has immediate payoff, but it also impacts life expectancy.

Sleep isn’t just about feeling rested—it may be one of the strongest predictors of how long you live. Researchers analyzing nationwide data found that insufficient sleep was more closely tied to ...