life expectancy

Explores the history of the advances in life expectancy over the past 100 years, and examines the progress of medical breakthroughs and public health institutions that have influenced life expectancy. Includes black-and-white photographs and graphs.

"Humans live longer now than they ever have in their more than three hundred thousand years of existence on earth. And most (if not all) of the advances that have permitted the human lifespan to double have happened in living memory. Extra Life looks at vaccines, seat belts, pesticides, and more, and how each of our scientific advancements have prolonged human life. This book is a deep dive into the sciences--perfect for younger readers who enjoy modern history as well as scientific advances"--.

Examines the rising rate of deaths from suicides, drug overdoses, and alcoholism among white working class Americans without a college degree. Argues that it is the result of the expensive health care system and flaws in capitalism, and suggests a way forward.

Provides number-related facts about the lives of a variety of animals, such as the number of antlers a caribou will grow and shed in a lifetime.

Discusses the life expectancy of humans, animals, plants, foods, and manufactured products, with advice on how to prolong the usefulness of various items and a list of the life-spans of famous and infamous people.

Provides number-related facts about the lives of a variety of animals, such as the the number of antlers a caribou will grow and shed in a lifetime.

Introduces the variety of life on Earth, looks at thirty thousand years of biological evolution, and examines the factors which influence the life span of humans.