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Chronic diseases—such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes—are the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. Chronic diseases account for 70% of all deaths in the U.S., which is 1.7 million each year. These diseases also cause major limitations in daily living for almost 1 out of 10 Americans or about 25 million people. More...
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(This numeric counter demonstrates the rate at which
Americans die from chronic diseases. By the end
of the year the total will reach approximately 1.7
million.)
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- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP)
4770 Buford Hwy, NE
MS K-40
Atlanta, GA 30341-3717 - 800-CDC-INFO
(800-232-4636)
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