What is the leading cause of death in america?

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., accounting for almost 1 in every 4 deaths, and affecting significantly more men than women. Death rates below are calculated on an annual basis per 100,000 of estimated population. read more

Heart disease and cancer still top the list as the leading causes of death in the United States, but the gap is closing between the two. A new report out from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention looks at the shifting trends in Americans' health and mortality, and the conditions most likely to take lives. read more

Accidents, also referred to as unintentional injuries, are at present the 4th leading cause of death in the U.S. and the leading cause of death for those aged1-44. Possible prevention measures By their very natures, accidents are unintentional, but there are many ways to reduce the risk of accidental death and injury. read more