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The 100 year life

Sarah Best

5th March 2020

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Here is an interesting long read about life expectancy.

As well as discussing ways to remain fit and healthy and live a long life (simply, moderate but regular exercise and eating well), the article highlights how life expectancy has changed in the UK and also globally.

It is reported that the average life expectancy of people in the UK is 81.2 years, compare this to India, which is 69.3.

This article could be used Family and Households (demographic trends, life expectancy).

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Sarah Best

Sarah is a passionate full-time Head of Sociology and Psychology and has worked in a variety in schools in the UK, and she is currently working in a British international school. She is keen to develop and boost the profile of both subjects.

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