In the United States, over 85% of seniors aged 65 and older live with at least one chronic condition, and more than half manage two or more. These conditions—ranging from cardiovascular disease and diabetes to arthritis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)—significantly impact seniors’ quality of life, independence, and longevity. In 2022 alone, chronic respiratory … Read more
Today, the leading causes of death are well-known: heart disease, cancer, chronic lower respiratory diseases, accidents, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, influenza/pneumonia, kidney disease, and septicemia. For detailed data from 1981 to the present, you can query the CDC’s WONDER database. But what were the leading causes of death in the last century? 1990s In the 1990s, … Read more
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. These conditions, along with unintentional injuries, chronic lung disease, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, kidney disease, and respiratory infections, paint a comprehensive … 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. 1. Obesity Obesity is a major contributor to cardiovascular diseases. According … Read more