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The countries with the largest changes in life expectancy

The average life expectancy around the world is 73. Image: Shutterstock From the Maldives to Malawi, discover the nations where life expectancy has jumped upwards thanks to medical advancements and more By Victoria Heath Back in 1965, the average life expectancy globally was 54. As of 2025, that number has risen by around 20 years, thanks to a combination of public health advancements, medical breakthroughs and improved living standards. Enjoyin…
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geographical.co.uk broke the news in on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
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