Filtered water at specific ages could add months to your lifespan decades later, new study finds
A new study indicates that drinking filtered water during specific ages can extend lifespan by several months. The research, published in the American Journal of Health Economics, highlights the significant impact of early exposure to water filtration systems. It suggests that access to clean water not only increases longevity but also promotes better socioeconomic and physical development.
- ▪Filtered water can add an average of 3.2 months to the lifespan of older American men.
- ▪The study analyzed historical water filtration records and death records from the Social Security Administration.
- ▪Access to clean water in childhood has long-term positive effects on health and development.
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Infrastructure Across America Filtered water at specific ages could add months to your lifespan decades later, new study finds City water filtration alone increased the lifespan of older American men by an average of 3.2 months By Khloe Quill Fox News Published May 24, 2026 11:32am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Physical therapist says one ‘efficient’ daily habit could transform health and longevity Dr. Milica McDowell, author of the new book "Walk," shared in an interview with Fox News Digital how powerful walking can be. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Drinking filtered water may extend a person's life by several months, according to a new study.
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