People nowadays live longer than they used to What caused this situation Is it a negative or positive development

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People nowadays live longer than they used to. What caused this situation? Is it a negative or positive development?

Over the past decades, the average life expectancy has climbed in both developed and developing countries. Various factors can be attributed to this generally positive trend. Nevertheless, an ageing population has also brought a number of ills in its wake.

People can expect to live longer due to the plethora of scientific and technological breakthroughs. Indeed, computers and machines at the workplace have raised out productivity whilst lowering our working hours, in turn, granting us with more time to enjoy a wider range of products and services. Improvements in vaccines, medical treatment...

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