The Seven Things You’re Most Likely to Die From

1. Heart disease (197.5 deaths per 100,000)
2. Cancer (183.9 deaths per 100,000)
3. Falls, ages 65 and over (60.1 deaths per 100,000)
4. Unintentional injuries (49.7 deaths per 100,000)
5. Chronic lower respiratory diseases (49.1 deaths per 100,000)
6. Stroke (44.2 deaths per 100,000)
7. Alzheimer's disease (37.2 deaths per 100,000)

Source: NCHS, National Vital Statistics System
Source URL: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/products/vsrr/mortality.htm

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