Rural Americans experience higher working-age mortality rates than urban residents, widening the urban-rural death divide since 1995.
Rural Americans face higher mortality rates among working-age adults compared to urban residents. A new Agriculture Department report reveals the urban-rural death divide has widened since 1995, as cities have improved while rural areas have deteriorated. Factors contributing to the disparity include poorer health, limited access to healthcare, older demographics, and socioeconomic challenges.
April 15, 2024
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