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Why is Increasing Life Expectancy Important? Exploring its Impact

Global life expectancy has seen monumental gains, rising from 46.5 years in 1950 to 71.7 years in 2022, and is projected to reach 77.3 by 2050. But *why is increasing life expectancy important*? It is a complex issue with far-reaching implications that touch every facet of society, from economic productivity and innovation to family dynamics and healthcare systems.