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U.S. Early Adult Mortality Soars 70% Since 2011

2/5/2025

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Early adult mortality in the U.S. has skyrocketed by 70% since 2011, with a staggering 172,785 lives lost in 2023 among those aged 25-44. Opioid overdoses, chronic diseases, and accidents are driving this alarming trend. Researchers urgently call for robust policies to tackle these intertwined health crises impacting our youth.

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Story summary

Early adult mortality in the U.S. has skyrocketed by 70% since 2011, with a staggering 172,785 lives lost in 2023 among those aged 25-44. Opioid overdoses, chronic diseases, and accidents are driving this alarming trend. Researchers urgently call for robust policies to tackle these intertwined health crises impacting our youth.