The state of Missouri faces significant health challenges, reflected in its mortality rates. In recent years, causes of mortality in Missouri have contributed to the leading causes of death, impacting the overall life expectancy. Understanding these causes provides insight into public health priorities and the effectiveness of medical interventions. In 2020, heart disease, cancer, and … Read more
U.S. Birth Rate is a super important stat that clues us in on how our population is shifting. It impacts stuff like healthcare, schools, and jobs. The info from 2022 gives us a solid heads-up for what’s coming in 2024. Birth rates have a big influence on different parts of our society, so getting a … Read more
TLDR: 1 in 5 teens have a mental health disorder each year. 1 in 3 teens have an anxiety disorder. 1 in 8 teens experience major depression; higher rates in girls (1 in 5) than boys (1 in 15). Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for teens aged 15-19. Social media use is … Read more
TLDR: Obesity: Leads to conditions increasing CVD risk. Diabetes Mellitus: Greatly raises the likelihood of heart disease and stroke. Hypertension: Causes severe heart and blood vessel damage. Sedentary Lifestyle: Doubles the risk of heart disease. Tobacco Use: Significantly increases the chance of developing CVD. Obesity Obesity is a major contributor to cardiovascular diseases. According to … Read more