According to the CDC, the average life expectancy of women in the United Stares is 80 years old — five years longer compared to men. Dr. Elisa Port, chief breast cancer surgeon at Mount Sinai in New York, joins TODAY to discuss the reasons behind the longevity and how the difference in lifespan and health span plays a key role in people’s later years. » Subscribe to TODAY: youtube.com/@TODAY About: TODAY brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on money, health and parenting. We wake up every morning to give you and your family all you need to start your day. If it matters to you, it matters to us. We are in the people business. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive TODAY archival footage & our original web series. Connect with TODAY Online! Visit TODAY's Website: today.com Find TODAY on Facebook: facebook.com/today Follow TODAY on Twitter: twitter.com/TODAYshow Follow TODAY on Instagram: instagram.com/todayshow » St...