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Countries with Highest Life Expectancy in 2023 Highlight Global Longevity Trends
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A new report reveals the countries where individuals born in 2023 can expect the longest lifespans, with life expectancy figures broken down by gender. Monaco tops the list, boasting an average life expectancy of 89 years for females and 84 years for males. The country leads by a significant margin, highlighting its exceptional healthcare and living conditions.
South Korea and the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macao in China follow closely behind, each reporting a female life expectancy of 87 years. These regions also show parity between male and female lifespans, suggesting effective public health initiatives across genders.
Japan, long recognized for its longevity, maintains its place among the top with both genders averaging 81 and 87 years. Notably, Western European nations like San Marino, Spain, Malta, and Switzerland also dominate the rankings, with females consistently exceeding the 85-year mark.
Countries like Australia, Israel, and Singapore showcase balanced healthcare systems, with life expectancies for both genders aligning closely. Meanwhile, Scandinavian nations such as Sweden, Norway, and Iceland underscore the effectiveness of their social welfare models, achieving average lifespans of 83 to 84 years for females.
At the lower end of this elite group, nations like Germany and the United Kingdom still achieve impressive figures, with female life expectancy hovering around 83 years. Males in these countries, however, trail slightly, reflecting a broader global trend where women consistently outlive men.
The findings underline disparities in healthcare quality, lifestyle, and socioeconomic factors across the globe. These figures also serve as a benchmark for countries aiming to improve public health outcomes and address gender-specific longevity gaps.
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