life expectancy

And while humanity's life expectancy has increased dramatically in the modern era, we still struggle with the inevitable health issues our bodies face as we get up in the years.

We have reported how pollution is making people sick and reducing their life expectancy here, here and here.

In terms of the overall amount of revenue that ends up in beneficiaries’ pockets, however, “we would not expect observable changes in objective health outcomes or life expectancy.”

Longer life expectancies and a rise in older women working, which makes divorce more feasible economically, are helping to drive the trend.

"Offering an FDA-approved drug for off-label use could provide hope and improve both life expectancy and quality of life for these patients."