Global life expectancy to increase by nearly five years by 2050 – study

According to the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021, countries where life expectancy is currently lower are expected to see the largest increase.

Global life expectancy is forecast to increase from 73.6 years of age in 2022 to around 78.1 years of age in 2050 — Global life expectancy is forecast to increase from 73.6 years of age in 2022 to around 78.1 years of age in 2050 (Yui Mok/PA)

By Nina Massey, PA Science Correspondent

May 16, 2024 at 11:30pm BST

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Global life expectancy to increase by nearly five years by 2050 – study