New health data shows life expectancy up, officials warn of coronavirus regression
By Reid Wilson - 05/13/20 11:07 AM EDT
Global life expectancy has risen substantially in recent years, driven by better access to health care and treatments for diseases like HIV, malaria and tuberculosis, the World Health Organization said Wednesday.
But top health officials warned health care improvements have come too slowly, and that billions of people around the world still lack access to safe drinking water, medical treatment and even basic sanitation that can boost health and prevent disease.
Those officials also warned that the coronavirus pandemic is likely to slow or even reverse gains made in recent years.
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