The HAPPIEST states this past year were:
Hawaii - With no surprise, Hawaii ranks as the HAPPIEST and towards the healthiest, ranking towards the top in "emotional and physical well being" and "community and environment". It also has a very low level of obesity, smoking, and pollution.
Utah - Highest volunteer rate and lowest separation and divorce rate.
Minnesota - 3rd safest, 4th in work environment and emotional/physical well-being
New Jersey - 2nd for emotional and physical well-being and lowest in adult depression and suicide rates, which also promote outdoor lifestyles.
Maryland - 3rd in emotional and physical well-being
The HEALTHIEST states this past year were:
Vermont - lowest percentage of uninsured population
Massachusetts - Lowest infant mortality rate
Hawaii - Low prevalence of obesity
Connecticut - Lowest prevalence of smoking
Utah - Lowest percentage of children in poverty
When looking at the top 10-20 healthiest and happiest states, they are most likely states with mountains, beaches, and motivation to be outdoors and in nature, as opposed to states away from both which motivate people to be indoors and sedentary. The healthiest states are also states that have more initiatives that promote health and wellness, as opposed to fast food and unhealthy lifestyles. As humans we need natural light, exercise, nature, a social system, a healthy environment, and a source of value.
The LEAST HAPPY states:
West Virginia - Lowest ranking in physical and emotional well-being and work environment
Arkansas - High percentage of children in poverty
Oklahoma - high prevalence of smoking
Louisiana - High cardiovascular death rate
Kentucky - 3rd lowest emotional and physical well-being
The LEAST HEALTHY States:
Mississippi - High Prevalence of obesity
Louisiana - High cardiovascular death rate
Arkansas - Highest percentage of children in poverty
Alabama - High prevalence of diabetes
Oklahoma - High prevalence of smoking
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