Lowest Life Expectancy Rates In 26 Years
As if you didn’t have enough to worry about these days, a new report shows that the life expectancy rate in the United States has fallen to its lowest level in 26 years.
According to an article written by Iesha on BallerAlert.com, new federal data released last week by “The National Center for Health Statistics of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention” reveals that the death rate jumped by 5.3% in 2021. Statistics for the same year show that the average life expectancy of all people in the USA decreased from 77 years to 76.4 years.
The authors of the study say that COVID-19, and a larger number of drug overdoses, were the two main factors which contributed to the higher death rates in 2021, and the lower life expectancy rates for that year. From 2020 to 2021, the top ten leading causes of death in our nation remained mostly the same. Heart disease was number one, followed by cancer, and COVID-19. Influenza and pneumonia dropped out of the top ten, replaced by chronic liver disease and cirrhosis.
If you’re wondering how the statistics changed for gender and ethnicity, per Iesha’s article, the life expectancy rates dropped almost equally for men and women, as well as most racial and ethnic groups.
You are probably not alarmed by a 0.6% decrease in the average life expectancy rates of Americans. Even though 76.4 years is the lowest life expectancy since 1996, the 0.6% decrease in life expectancy is a lot lower that the decrease we saw from 2019 to 2020. It dropped 1.8 years during that time period. Of course, the COVID-19 pandemic had a great deal to do with those statistics.
So, I hope you stick to whatever health-related New Year’s Resolutions you have made for 2023!
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16 Life Hacks That Will Make You Happy
BedShelfie
If you’re lacking space for things like your phone, a glass of water, or even a book by your bedside, you’ll definitely want to check out the BedShelfie. It’s pretty ingenious! There are 7 styles, and they can clamp to the bed frame or there’s one that slides between your mattresses. Perfect if you’ve got a small bedroom or for a student living in the dorms.
Stick-On Phone Wallet
I really like the look of this slim leather wallet. The sleek design comes with a built-in elastic band to hold it closed and keep your ID and cards secure. One of the bonus uses for this wallet is that it can double as a stand for your phone when you’re watching videos.
Hands Free Can Opener
This battery-operated little miracle actually cuts along the side can without touching the food inside. You just place it on the can, push a button and let the magic happen. It makes me want to have a can of soup for lunch every day!
Reusable Sticky Notes
Seriously…where have these been all my life! These aren’t your average sticky notes, they’re more like little dry erase boards that you can use again and again. I can imagine using them on storage bins and definitely in the office. Even better they come in four assorted sizes and they stick to mirrors, windows, appliances, laptops, and more.
Cabinet Caddy
There are so many places in the house where a Cabinet Caddy would come in handy. From the kitchen to the bathroom for the OTC medicines and make-up, you could well be on your way to getting your cabinets organized in 2022.
Lifty Loo
If you’re in a household with young children, this could be just the product to help with potty training. No kids in the house, the Lifty Loo Antimicrobial Toilet Seat Handle can also remind people to lift and lower the seat. This is one of those items that’ll have you saying, “why didn’t I think of that.”
No Tie Shoelaces
At first, you may think, “what a great idea for kids.” Let’s be honest, no-tie shoelaces are great for anyone, no matter what their age. The thought of making a tie shoe a slip-on is so very appealing to me. These laces are flat and come in over 20 colors.
Picture Hanging and Leveling Kit
Hanging pictures has always been a hassle for me. More times than not I end up putting more than one hole in the wall just to get the framed lined up the way I want it. The Go Hang It can help with pictures with frame wire, sawtooth, and D-ring hangers. It even comes with over 80 pieces of hardware.
VoChill Personal Wine Chiller
Like wine? Then you need to take a look at this personal wine glass chiller. It’s made to hold stemmed barware and can keep your wine glass chilled for about 45 minutes. After you use it, you put the cradle in the freezer until you’re ready to use it again. This just may be my go-to gift for friends in 2022.
Zipper Pull
It’s happened to a lot of us. You’re getting dressed and you can’t reach around to zip up that back of your dress. What do you do? What do you do! The Best Friend is the answer. You clip it to the zipper, pull out the cord to the length you need, slip on your dress, and pull that zipper up.
Click & Carry
This is a life hack we can all use. The Click & Carry is a carrier that helps you more comfortably carry up bags, sports gear, paint cans, and more with equal weight distribution. You may have actually seen it on Shark Tank and QVC. Pick yours up in one of 7 colors.
Clip-On Citrus Squeezer
Let’s get the party started with HeadLimes! How clever is this drink accessory for those who like a little lime with drinks? You simply clip HeadLimes to a drinking glasses or beer bottle, place your lime wedge in and squeeze. Fresh lime juice in your cocktail!
WineBlock Lip & Teeth Balm
Does your love of red wine visible by the reddish/purple stains on your lips and teeth? Need not worry, WineBlock is here to save the day. Just spread the all-natural balm on your lips and teeth before you enjoy a glass of red wine. Each jar should contain approximately 30 applications.
Please note that items are in stock and prices are accurate at the time we published this list. Have an idea for a fun theme for a gift idea list you’d like us to create? Drop us a line at [email protected].
