North American Community Hub Statistics
A recent study published in Nature Medicine reveals that dementia risks among Americans over the age of 55 are significantly higher than previously estimated. Approximately 42% of this age group is projected to develop dementia later in life. This alarming trend underscores the urgent need for enhanced public health initiatives. Projected Trends in Dementia Cases … Read more
Jockeys operate under conditions that are inherently risky. Between 1993 and 1996, a total of 6,545 injury events occurred during official races, amounting to an average of 600 injuries per 1,000 jockey years according to Jamanetwork. Despite a 33% decrease in injury rates over this period, the nature and causes of injuries remained largely unchanged. … Read more
Seattle, located in King County, Washington, is a vibrant city with a 2024 population of 759,915 according to World Population Review. As the county seat of King County, Seattle continues to experience growth, with an annual increase rate of 0.64%. Since the most recent census in 2020, which reported a population of 740,565, the city … Read more
The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) is a groundbreaking program that has revolutionized our understanding of health and nutrition in the United States. It is a division of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), NHANES provides unparalleled insights into the health, nutritional status, and well-being of the U.S. population. For over … Read more
According to World Population Review, Houston, located in Fort Bend County, Texas, has a current population of 2,319,119 as of 2025. The city is experiencing a steady growth rate of 0.21% annually, reflecting an overall population increase of 0.86% since the 2020 census, which recorded a population of 2,299,269. By 2025, the Houston metro area … Read more
New York City, located in New York County, New York, is one of the most iconic and populous cities in the United States. As of 2025, the city has an estimated population of 8,097,282. However, according to the World Population Review, New York City is currently experiencing a population decline, with an annual decrease rate … Read more
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the largest plastic surgery organization in the world, representing 92% of all board-certified plastic surgeons in the U.S., has unveiled its 2022 procedural research findings. These results, compiled in partnership with CosmetAssure and PatientNow, reveal that 26.2 million cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, both surgical and minimally invasive, were … Read more
Approximately three babies in the United States are born with birth injuries every hour, impacting as many as seven out of every 1,000 deliveries according to Medscape. Tragically, many families are left questioning the cause of their child’s condition. Birth injury statistics can provide valuable insight into these cases. When medical negligence plays a role, … Read more
Pandemic-era policies, including the Medicaid continuous enrollment provision and enhanced Marketplace subsidies, significantly shaped U.S. health coverage in 2023. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) expansions, particularly Medicaid and subsidized Marketplace coverage, served as a critical safety net during economic disruptions, contributing to a decline in the uninsured rate through 2022. While Medicaid disenrollment resumed in … Read more
The landlocked state of Missouri, located in the Midwest region of the United States, is home to a population of 6,215,140 in 2025 according to the World Population Review. While population growth has slowed significantly, with a current growth rate of just 0.28% (ranking 41st nationally), the state has gradually edged past the 6.1 million … Read more
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