Healthy Life Expectancy (HALE)

Healthy Life Expectancy (HALE) is a measure that estimates the average number of years a person can expect to live in good health, free from serious illness or injury. It adjusts overall life expectancy by considering the quality of those years, accounting for time spent in poor health or disability. Essentially, HALE provides a clearer picture of how long people are likely to enjoy a healthy, active life, helping policymakers and healthcare providers understand the impact of health conditions on populations beyond just lifespan.