Average life expectancy in the year 1800 was no older than 40 years globally, but longer for those who survived childhood. Modern life expectancies of around 79 years in the United States are largely ...

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Research shows that men live longer and healthier lives if they are supported by a spouse, while women don’t see the same support in prolonging their length and quality of life.