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A new study released Monday by researchers at MIT found a widening gap between the lifespans of poor and wealthy people. PHOTO BY ABBY FREEMAN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

New study finds mortality gap between rich, poor

Rebecca Zeng April 14, 2016

For those who live in poverty, opportunities for food, shelter and employment are often scarce. According to a study published Sunday, the poor may have yet another obstacle stacked against them: living...

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