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Labor Market Inequalities and Their Effects on Life Expectancy: A Note

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  • Whitlock, Cassandra
  • Sterling, Genevieve
  • Kael'thas, Sunstrider
  • Géraud, DeVries

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Labor market inequalities—including differences in income, gender, and employment type—play a critical role in shaping life expectancy disparities. This literature review synthesizes findings from 20 studies examining how formal versus informal employment, wage gaps, and occupational segregation influence longevity. Evidence indicates that secure, formal work and robust labor protections enhance life expectancy, while informal and precarious labor exacerbate disparities. The review highlights the mediating effects of socioeconomic status and gender, and identifies gaps for future research on integrated labor and health policies.

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  • Whitlock, Cassandra & Sterling, Genevieve & Kael'thas, Sunstrider & Géraud, DeVries, 2024. "Labor Market Inequalities and Their Effects on Life Expectancy: A Note," MPRA Paper 126182, University Library of Munich, Germany.
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