The quest for immortality is as old as history itself. Today, we study the habits of those who live the longest, and invest countless billions in technology we hope will allow us to live forever.
Life expectancy is the statistical measurement of the years a newborn child can expect to live, barring accidents and unnatural events. Live expectancy in the U.S. is currently 75.7 years for men and 80.8 years for women. The U.S. ranks 37th in the world for longevity. Life expectancy in the U.S> has steadily increased since 1960 and is expected to increase through 2020.
Infographic by: greatist.com
Life expectancy is the statistical measurement of the years a newborn child can expect to live, barring accidents and unnatural events. Live expectancy in the U.S. is currently 75.7 years for men and 80.8 years for women. The U.S. ranks 37th in the world for longevity. Life expectancy in the U.S> has steadily increased since 1960 and is expected to increase through 2020.
Infographic by: greatist.com