MedPage Today August 13, 2024
N. Adam Brown

— Analyzing the impact of the “commercial determinants of health”

Earlier this year, the CDC announced that life expectancy in the U.S. had risen to 77.5 years. Of course, that number is just an average. If you grew up in Mississippi, you’re not expected to live to see 72. Meanwhile, the average life span for residents of Hawaii is 80.

Many Americans now understand that social determinants of health (SDOH) — where a person lives, their education and income, and even ease of access to transportation — can affect longevity.

While these factors remain crucial in shaping health outcomes, a growing body of evidence suggests private companies play an equally significant, and maybe more insidious, role in determining health outcomes...

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