Where you live has a significant impact on the likelihood you will reach centenarian age, suggests a new study from Washington State University.
Published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, the research team's findings suggest that Washingtonians who live in highly walkable, mixed-age communities may be more likely to live to their 100th birthday. An additional analysis showed that geographic clusters where the probability of reaching that age is high are located in urban areas and smaller towns with higher socioeconomic status.
"Our study adds to the growing body of evidence that social and environmental factors contribute significantly to longevity," said author Rajan Bhardwaj.
