Obesity-related heart disease deaths in the U.S. have nearly tripled over the past 20 years.

Over the past 20 years, obesity-related heart disease deaths in the U.S. have nearly tripled, increasing 2.8-fold between 1999 and 2020. The rise is particularly pronounced among middle-aged men, Black adults, Midwesterners, and rural residents. Obesity increases the risk of heart disease by raising cholesterol, blood pressure, and the likelihood of type 2 diabetes and poor sleep. Researchers emphasize the need for lifestyle changes and targeted public health initiatives to address these disparities.

November 11, 2024
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