Health
The Economist: What Britons’ health data reveals about early death risks
What studying Britons can tell you about the risk factors for an early death.
Key topics
- Genetics play a minor role in longevity, contributing just 3% to mortality.
- Social connections and mental wellbeing are key to a longer life.
- Smoking and inactivity significantly increase mortality risk.
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From The Economist, published under licence. The original article can be found on www.economist.com
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