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Re: We're Number......LAST
Life expectancy is adversly affected by violent deaths and car accidents, two items that are more prevalent to younger individuals and would have a greater impact on longevity. I seem to recall seeing a study where they took out violent deaths and car accidents from the life expectancy stats, and found Americans were near the top - I can't recall the exact number, though. This would seem to be partially supported by the OP in the following quote:
I think that is a partially correct answer. Very astute. I think overall our Country does many things well, although seldom perfect. Many people want to be on healthcare to keep their SSD and SSI checks flowing. Comp is another story, same players. Still, the items listed like longevity, baby deaths, etc. are hard to fudge. Real numbers. With 60-70% of the Federal budget going to Military Offense, it is obvious why Healthcare is shorted. Lifestyle choices; look around you; do you see much fat? You know obesity to the level of bad health. Looks common as horse turds to me.
Life expectancy is adversly affected by violent deaths and car accidents, two items that are more prevalent to younger individuals and would have a greater impact on longevity. I seem to recall seeing a study where they took out violent deaths and car accidents from the life expectancy stats, and found Americans were near the top - I can't recall the exact number, though. This would seem to be partially supported by the OP in the following quote:
and if we live to age 75 we're likely to keep on living longer than others.
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