新华鲜报·“十四五”亮点丨人均预期寿命79岁！健康中国建设“成色足”

Core Insights - The average life expectancy in China has reached 79 years, an increase of 1.1 years since 2020, with eight provinces surpassing the 80-year mark [1][3] - The continuous rise in life expectancy reflects the significant advancements in China's healthcare system and overall living standards [3][4] Healthcare System Development - Since the establishment of New China, life expectancy has increased from 35 years to 79 years, showcasing the leap in healthcare development [3] - By the end of 2024, China will have built the world's largest healthcare service system, with 1.09 million medical institutions and 15.78 million healthcare personnel [3][4] - Over 90% of residents can reach a medical service point within 15 minutes, addressing urgent healthcare needs [3] Disease Prevention and Health Awareness - China has the world's largest disease prevention and control system, with health literacy rising from 23.2% in 2020 to 31.9% in 2024 [3][4] - The mortality rate from major chronic diseases has been further controlled, and the incidence of infectious diseases like tuberculosis and hepatitis B continues to decline [3] Medical Insurance and Accessibility - The dynamic adjustment mechanism for the medical insurance drug list has allowed 402 new drugs to enter the insurance coverage since the start of the 14th Five-Year Plan [4] - The basic medical insurance coverage rate remains stable at around 95%, providing over 1.3 billion residents with essential medical protection [4] Health Promotion and Sports Participation - Key health indicators, including maternal and infant mortality rates, have shown continuous improvement, indicating the effectiveness of health initiatives [6] - By 2024, the total area of sports facilities in China will reach 4.23 billion square meters, with over 38.5% of the population regularly participating in physical exercise [6]