First Rise in U.S. Death Rate in Years Surprises Experts

6/5/2016

This article from The New York Times discusses a significant trend in the United States: the rising death rate. For the first time in a decade, the overall death rate in the country has increased. The article explores possible causes, such as the opioid epidemic, increases in suicides, and the effects of obesity-related diseases. It also highlights the impact of this trend on certain demographic groups, including middle-aged white Americans with lower levels of education. The article raises concerns about the implications of this rising death rate and calls for further examination and action to address the underlying factors contributing to this disturbing trend.

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