Living In A Healthy State Could Add 8 Years To Your Life

A recent study by Nursa analyzed all 50 states to create the Healthy States Index, showcasing significant disparities in life expectancy based on access to wellness resources. Vermont leads the rankings with 8.69 points, boasting high concentrations of healthy food stores, clean air, and parks. New Hampshire, Washington, Maine and Utah follow closely behind with strong access to gyms and outdoor recreation. In contrast, Louisiana ranks lowest with only 4.97 points, facing challenges such as limited wellness facilities and high smoking rates. Tennessee, West Virginia, Alabama, and Nevada also make up the bottom of the list. The study emphasizes the link between infrastructure and health outcomes, highlighting the importance of investing in parks, clean air policies, and healthy food access for promoting longer, healthier lives. (Studyfinds)