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First Nations life expectancy 19 years lower than other Albertans – St. Albert Gazette

by ahnationtalk on February 7, 202530 Views

Feb. 7, 2025

The average First Nations lifespan is now nearly two decades shorter than other Albertans, data from Alberta Health reveals.

In 2023, the average life expectancy for First Nations Albertans was 62.81 years. Non-First Nations Albertans, in comparison, had an average life expectancy of 81.88 years.

First Nations life expectancy in the province has fallen eight years since 2019 and is 10 years lower than at the turn of the century, contributing to a longevity gap between First Nations and other Albertans wider than at any point on record.

Read More: https://www.stalbertgazette.com/local-news/first-nations-life-expectancy-19-years-lower-than-other-albertans-10149899

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