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Study Reveals 20% Higher Aging Risk for Lower-Income Groups

3/14/2025

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A groundbreaking UCL study uncovers a striking link between socioeconomic status and biological aging. With data from over 800,000 participants, researchers discovered that those in lower socioeconomic brackets face a staggering 20% higher risk of age-related diseases. This research powerfully underscores how social conditions shape our health and aging journey.

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A groundbreaking UCL study uncovers a striking link between socioeconomic status and biological aging. With data from over 800,000 participants, researchers discovered that those in lower socioeconomic brackets face a staggering 20% higher risk of age-related diseases. This research powerfully underscores how social conditions shape our health and aging journey.