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flag Global progress in reducing deaths from chronic diseases is slowing, with the U.S. seeing a rise in adult deaths.

flag A recent study in The Lancet reports a slowdown in reducing deaths from chronic diseases like cancer, heart disease, and diabetes globally. flag While most countries saw a decline in mortality rates, the pace slowed compared to the previous decade. flag The US performed worst among high-income Western nations, with deaths increasing among adults aged 20-45, a rare trend in wealthy countries. flag Overall, better treatments and prevention methods drove improvements, but 60% of countries saw slower progress or reversals.

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