Life Expectancy

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    1900

    The life expectancy in the US was 47 years.
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    2003

    The life expectancy in the US is 76-78 years.
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    What is the life expectancy presently?

    Around 74 years
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    How has this changed the need for social work?

    This focuses on improving lives and building stability and makes lifespan planning an important part of the job for many social workers.