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Voting is linked to living longer
April 22, 2026
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 22 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news:

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Voting is linked to living longer

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A new study co-authored by Femida Handy of the School of Social Policy & Practice finds that, among older adults, voting predicts a lower risk of mortality for up to 15 years.

Many studies have shown that other types of civic engagement, such as volunteering, are associated with health out . . .

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