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Do different races live longer? Examining the complex factors influencing life expectancy

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), significant disparities exist in life expectancy across different racial and ethnic groups in the United States. In 2021, for example, life expectancy was highest for the Asian population at 83.5 years, while it was lowest for the American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) population at 65.2 years. This wide gap leads many to question: Do different races live longer, and if so, what is the cause?