Yes, headlines say U.S. life expectancy has rebounded. But here’s what they don’t tell you. The United States ranks 32 out of 38 developed nations in life expectancy according to OECD data.Thirty-second. Out of thirty-eight. That places America near the bottom of the developed world behind Turkey, Estonia, the Czech Republic, and the Slovak Republic. Only six developed nations rank lower.

At the same time:

• In 2024, the 10 largest pharmaceutical companies reported more than $100 billion in profits**

• The industry spent over $5 billion on television advertising

• Prescription drug commercials account for a significant share of evening news ads

• The U.S. healthcare system remains structured around treatment, not prevention

• Ultra-processed foods dominate the American diet

The United States spends more per capita on healthcare than any other developed nation.Yet we rank near the bottom in longevity. Americans deserve the complete story — not just the comfortable headline. Source: U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions

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