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Older Americans who vote live longer than those who don’t – new research
Researchers found older Wisconsin voters were 45% less likely to die within 5 years after the 2008 presidential election, with benefits lasting 15 years.
- Researchers at the Wisconsin Longitudinal Study found that older Americans aged 65 and up who vote experience reduced mortality over time. The study tracked Wisconsin high school graduates to examine long-term health outcomes.
- Using voting records from Catalist and official National Death Index data, researchers compared health outcomes between voters and nonvoters. The analysis tracked participants over a 15-year period following the 2008 presidential election.
- Voters were 45% less likely to die within five years after the 2008 election, 37% less likely after 10 years, and 29% less likely after 15 years. Results remained consistent across political affiliation.
- It did not matter whether older adults cast ballots in person or by mail, nor whether their preferred candidate won. Both groups experienced similar long-term health benefits over the 15-year period.
- The American Medical Association noted voting could support well-being, similar to volunteering. Researchers suggest civic engagement may trigger positive biological responses that contribute to longer lifespans in older adults.
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