The regular Czech spends up to a third of his life unwell or in a condition that prevents him from being active. The Czech Republic is regarded by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as one of the worst nations in Europe.
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| Prague, Czechia |
The World Health Organisation estimates that the average Czech lives to be 78 years old, of which 17 are spent in poor health. They will thereafter live 61 years in good health, able to work or study in addition to enjoying life.
Despite the fact that women live longer than males do, around age sixty, their health conditions are relatively comparable. The Czech Republic is among the worst nations in Europe based on this.
The longest healthy life span is in Sweden, where it is nine years longer than in the Czech Republic. There, people also live longer lives. The statistics show that Swedes will not only live longer lives, but also lives with greater health.
According to specialists, this is due to the high alcohol consumption in the Czech Republic. This is further impacted by the high rate of smokers and/or the higher frequency of obesity and the associated rise in diabetes. On the other hand, individuals engage in less exercise on average and eat less fruits and vegetables.
Research suggests that even one healthy decision each day might help. Choosing a piece of fruit in place of dessert, missing a beer after lunch, or going for a short walk in place of watching television.
Despite advances in science and illness treatment, the Czech Republic's health statistics have not altered significantly over the past 20 years.