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Death Rates Drop But Disparities Persist | Irvine News
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The U.S. death rate hit a historic low last year, driven by declines in drug overdoses, gun violence, and car accidents—especially among younger people—thanks to long-term public health efforts. But the gains aren’t equal: Northeast states like New Jersey and New York led the way with strong healthcare and safety initiatives, while others like New Mexico, Arizona, Iowa, and Oklahoma struggle with surging overdose deaths, gun violence, and rural fall fatalities. New data methodology adds nuance, but trends clearly show that past policies are shaping today’s outcomes. Still, challenges remain: gun suicides have risen since 2015, and key demographics are being left behind.
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