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How humanity doubled life expectancy in a century | Steven Johnson

How humanity doubled life expectancy in a century | Steven Johnson

FromTED Health


How humanity doubled life expectancy in a century | Steven Johnson

FromTED Health

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Length:
12 minutes
Released:
Dec 7, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Doubling human life expectancy in a century is our greatest achievement, says author Steven Johnson. How did we make it happen -- and can we keep it going? Backed by fascinating historical anecdotes, he shares some life-lengthening innovations and reminds us of three key things needed to make sure all of humanity enjoys these advancements in health.
Released:
Dec 7, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

From way-new medical breakthroughs to smart daily health habits, doctors and researchers share their discoveries about medicine and well-being onstage at the TED conference, TEDx events and partner events around the world. You can also download these and many other videos free on TED.com, with an interactive English transcript and subtitles in up to 80 languages. TED is a nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading.