It is reported that there is a strong correlation between the level of higher education and people's life expectancy. Experts attribute this not so much to education itself, but to lifestyle and socio-economic factors.
Modern.az reports that, according to the results of various studies, the difference in life expectancy between highly educated people and those with a lower level of education in Eastern European countries and the USA reaches several years.
According to the information, in some countries this difference can increase up to 8.5 years among men and up to 6.3 years among women.
Studies note that highly educated people smoke less, consume less strong alcoholic beverages, and are more inclined to eat healthy and avoid risky behaviors. These factors themselves are reported to create a difference of approximately 2-3 years in life expectancy.
Another important factor is working conditions. People working in harmful and dangerous production areas have higher health risks. It is emphasized that this factor also affects the difference in life expectancy among various social groups.
Experts also note that the increase in life expectancy is weaker in less educated and socially more vulnerable groups. During the COVID-19 pandemic, this difference is reported to have deepened even further.
According to the data, education, income, working conditions, health habits, and social security are among the main factors influencing how long a person lives.
