People in these countries live, on average, almost 50 years less than those living in countries with the highest life expectancy. Huge problems like HIV and violence impact young people and drive the life expectancy down.
Top 10 Countries with the Lowest Life Expectancy
By Mark Stibich, Ph.D., About.com
Created: June 21, 2007
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