1.   Notice that in each age group, town B has lower specific mortality than A yet the CDR is higher because of the difference in age structure.

2.   A recent study showed lower mortality rates at a nursing home that kept lots of animals around.

3.   Diamond cites evidence that hunters and gatherers prior to the agricultural revolution had a more varied diet, resulting in taller bodies, better teeth and lower infant mortality.

4.   Former communist nations rep- resent a striking exception to the general rule of generally better L health and lower mortality.

5.   Former communist nations represent a striking exception to the general rule of generally better health and lower mortality.

6.   John Hancock Mutual Life introduced its MarketPlace Variable Annuity, which has lower mortality fees and no surrender charges.

7.   Life expectancy in Hong Kong is second only to Japan, child mortality lower than the United States, Germany or Australia.

8.   Life expectancy is higher and infant mortality lower than ever in history.

9.   Other studies reported last year showed that it can reduce heart disease risks and lower overall mortality.

10.   Other studies have found less depression and lower overall mortality among people with a broad social network or who are experiencing the least stress.