Armenia’s life expectancy reaches record high

(Horizon Media) – Life expectancy in Armenia climbed to a record 78.6 years in 2024, according to data released by the Heratsi National Research Center.

The figures show a notable gap between genders, with women living an average of 81.7 years and men 75.1 years. The latest data reflects steady long-term progress; in 2000, life expectancy in the country stood at just 72.9 years.

Armenia now ranks among the leading countries in life expectancy across the former Soviet region, trailing only the Baltic states. On a global scale, the average life expectancy is approximately 73.3 years, with the highest levels recorded in Monaco, Japan, Hong Kong, and Macau, while significantly lower figures persist in parts of Africa.

Specialists point to lifestyle as a key factor behind increasing longevity, highlighting in particular the importance of maintaining a varied level of physical activity.

Recent research, cited in a CNN report, suggests that individuals who incorporate a range of physical activities into their routines, such as walking, swimming, yoga, gardening, or pickleball, can reduce their overall risk of death by roughly 19 percent.

The findings are based on an analysis of more than 110,000 participants tracked over three decades, with results published in the journal BMJ Medicine. Researchers concluded that movement diversity may be more beneficial than focusing exclusively on a single form of exercise.

While there is no fixed number of activities recommended per week, experts stress the importance of engaging different muscle groups over time. This can be achieved through simple adjustments, such as alternating between walking and cycling, or combining everyday activities like gardening with light exercise.

Even modest efforts—whether at home, at work, or during weekends—can contribute to improved overall health and sustained energy levels, reinforcing the broader link between active living and longer life expectancy.