Could a bad economy be good for your health?

(CNN) UPDATED 2009-10-04

It sounds counter-intuitive, but experts say that a bad economy could have some health benefits. A new analysis of data from the Great Depression found that a drop in the economy was associated with a 2-year gain in life expectancy. Experts say that during an economic downturn people tend to smoke, drink, and eat out less, so it may actually encourage some healthy habits. Read full story >

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