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Cyprus: A Global Leader in Longevity and Healthcare Efficiency

by News Editor
May 9, 2025

In an eye-opening study conducted by renowned universities Brown and Harvard, Cyprus emerges as a global leader in longevity while maintaining low healthcare expenditures. The study, led by Cypriot professor Irini Papanikola, uncovers insightful data on Cyprus’s healthcare efficiency.

Key Findings

Published in the prestigious Journal of the American Medical Association Internal Medicine, the study highlights that Cyprus boasts some of the lowest mortality rates among high-income countries while ensuring affordable healthcare. This research has drawn significant attention, featured in media outlets across America and Europe.

Understanding Avoidable Mortality

The study examines avoidable mortality (deaths preventable through timely healthcare) across U.S. states and 40 high-income countries from 2009 to 2021. Remarkably, Cyprus presents some of the lowest avoidable mortality rates, showcasing the efficiency of its healthcare system even amid global challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic.

Trends and Challenges

From 2009 to 2019, most high-income countries saw a decrease in avoidable mortality; however, this trend reversed for many, including Cyprus, during the pandemic years. The findings emphasize the critical role of robust public health systems in sustaining positive health outcomes.

The Path Forward

Despite the pandemic, Cyprus’s overall performance remains commendable. To achieve success, experts suggest addressing broader health determinants, focusing on preventive measures like road safety and mental health support through collaborative efforts.

Conclusion

Overall, Cyprus stands out as a beacon of healthcare efficiency, managing to reduce avoidable mortality with relatively low costs. This achievement underscores the country’s adeptness in providing high-quality healthcare, although continued research into population needs is vital for ongoing improvements.

EU Moderates Emissions While Sustaining Economic Momentum

by THEFUTURE.TEAM
November 15, 2025

The European Union witnessed a modest decline in greenhouse gas emissions in the second quarter of 2025, as reported by Eurostat. Emissions across the EU registered at 772 million tonnes of CO₂-equivalents, marking a 0.4 percent reduction from 775 million tonnes in the same period of 2024. Concurrently, the EU’s gross domestic product rose by 1.3 percent, reinforcing the ongoing decoupling between economic growth and environmental impact.

Sector-By-Sector Performance

Within the broader statistics on emissions by economic activity, the energy sector—specifically electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning supply—experienced the most significant drop, declining by 2.9 percent. In comparison, the manufacturing sector and transportation and storage both achieved a 0.4 percent reduction. However, household emissions bucked the trend, increasing by 1.0 percent over the same period.

National Highlights And Notable Exceptions

Among EU member states, 12 reported a reduction in emissions, while 14 saw increases, and Estonia’s figures remained static. Notably, Slovenia, the Netherlands, and Finland recorded the most pronounced declines at 8.6 percent, 5.9 percent, and 4.2 percent respectively. Of the 12 countries reducing emissions, three—Finland, Germany, and Luxembourg—also experienced a contraction in GDP growth.

Dual Achievement: Environmental And Economic Goals

In an encouraging development, nine member states, including Cyprus, managed to lower their emissions while maintaining economic expansion. This dual achievement—reducing environmental impact while fostering economic activity—is a trend that has increasingly influenced EU climate policies. Other nations that successfully balanced these outcomes include Austria, Denmark, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Romania, Slovenia, and Sweden.

Conclusion

As the EU continues to navigate its climate commitments, these quarterly insights underscore a gradual yet significant shift toward balancing emissions reductions with robust economic growth. The evolving landscape highlights the critical need for sustainable strategies that not only mitigate environmental risks but also invigorate economic resilience.

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