Life expectancy in New Zealand increased from 75 years in 1990 to 83 years in 2022, reflecting steady progress in healthcare, public health initiatives, and living standards. Key improvements during the 1990s and 2000s were driven by advances in managing chronic diseases, reductions in smoking rates, and enhanced healthcare access for marginalized communities. The stabilization at 82 years from 2015 to 2021 highlights the success of these long-term health strategies, with a final increase to 83 years in 2022 indicating continued progress.
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