Coverage dated September 24, 2026 to September 27, 2026
How longevity is moving from a demographic trend to a financial priority
Headline from ABC 17 Mid-Missouri
Life expectancy in the U.S. reached a new record length in the most recently published data, with the overall average age of 79, six months longer than the previous peak. Increased longevity brings practical challenges, and people must plan more thoroughly for the costs of living beyond the average.
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Life expectancy in the U.S. reached a new record length in the most recently published data, with the overall average age of 79, six months longer than the previous peak. Increased longevity brings practical challenges, and people must plan more thoroughly for the costs of living beyond the average.
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