Since 2000 life expectancy has increased by percent for the general population in the US.?

Since 2000, life expectancy in the U.S. has generally increased by about 2-3 years. However, this trend was significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, which contributed to a decline in life expectancy in recent years. Overall, factors such as advancements in healthcare, public health initiatives, and lifestyle changes have played a role in this increase before the pandemic's effects were felt.