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Rich American seniors are getting healthier, leaving the poor behind

  • Written by Matthew A. Davis, Assistant Professor, University of Michigan
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The U.S. has seen substantial improvements in life expectancy over the past century, particularly for those who are better-educated and more affluent.

Our study, out September 18, looks at the health of older Americans in recent years, using data collected by the U.S. Department of Health and...

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