A recent study reveals a stark disparity in life expectancy across racial and ethnic groups in the U.S., with Native Americans' expectancy falling below 64 years. While the overall expectancy is 75 years for men and 80 for women, groups like Asian Americans boast life expectancies around 84 years. The analysis, 'Ten Americas,' indicates that economic conditions and location heavily influence longevity. Urgent policy action is required to address these disparities, as inequities remain pronounced, negatively impacting overall life expectancy in the U.S. compared to other wealthy nations.
The life expectancy among Native Americans has dropped below 64 years, resembling conditions in the Democratic Republic of Congo, highlighting severe health disparities in the U.S.
The new study shows the gap in life expectancy between differing racial and ethnic groups has nearly doubled since 2000, calling for urgent policy interventions.
'Some groups in the United States are facing a health crisis,' Bollyky said, 'and we need to respond to that because it's worsening.'
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