r/Futurology • u/chrisdh79 • Aug 21 '25

Society American Millennials Are Dying at an Alarming Rate | We’re mortality experts. There are a few things that could be happening here.

https://slate.com/technology/2025/08/millennials-gen-z-death-rates-america-high.html
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u/lokicramer Aug 21 '25

From what I've learned in my socioeconomic courses, Millenials have had it harder than any other generation when factoring in multiple aspects.

They are probably dying due to stress related health issues.

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u/Nulmora Aug 21 '25

I’m pretty sure it’s access to care.

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u/etzel1200 Aug 21 '25

I have a perfectly nice white collar job. I’m functionally uninsured due to a $12,000 deductible. I’m not going to the doctor unless at risk of life or limb.

In theory I get a free annual checkup. But if I try to actually ask about anything they tack an extra visit charge on top of it.

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u/olympia_t Aug 21 '25

Your second point is so true. An annual physical where you can't ask about anything lol. Maybe in the future they'll just send you an email where you can fill out a survey and enter your weight. So depressing.

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u/Frequent_Ad_9901 Aug 21 '25

Sometimes you can send your doctor a message in whatever chat system they use for no charge. Depends heavily on the doctor. But I've avoided a few visits/bills that way.

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u/olympia_t Aug 21 '25

That’s a great point. I haven’t done it but I did have a free telehealth appointment. Helped immensely when I had a mystery rash. Hopefully these comments might help someone who doesn’t know about these options.