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The 8 healthiest states in America, according to a new report

New data ranks the eight healthiest states in America based on factors like air quality, fitness access, and life expectancy

ByHaley Chamberlain

Published 15 hours ago

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Health in the U.S. is often sold as a personal responsibility. However, the data seems to disagree. 

Where people live plays an outsized role in how healthy they are and how long they live. A Healthy States Index analysis highlighted by StudyFinds shows that access to clean air, parks, gyms, and healthy food can matter as much as individual habits.

The eight healthiest states do not share a single formula, but they share conditions that lower the cost of making healthy choices. Pollution is low. Outdoor space is abundant. Walking routes, parks, and fitness facilities are easy to........

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