Chart of life expectancy gains (IMAGE)

University of Illinois Chicago

Chart of life expectancy gains

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Life expectancy increased rapidly through the 19th century and first half of the 20th century. In 1990, some scientists predicted those rapid gains would continue, leading to “radical life extension.” But a new analysis proposes that we may be nearing the limit of human longevity. 

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