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Heart Disease Deaths Plummet 66%, New Challenges Loom

6/25/2025

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A groundbreaking study in the Journal of the American Heart Association reveals a remarkable 66% drop in heart disease death rates in the U.S. since 1970, with heart attack fatalities plummeting by nearly 90%. Yet, the rise of chronic heart conditions, fueled by obesity and aging, underscores the urgent need to tackle these new health challenges for a healthier future.

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A groundbreaking study in the Journal of the American Heart Association reveals a remarkable 66% drop in heart disease death rates in the U.S. since 1970, with heart attack fatalities plummeting by nearly 90%. Yet, the rise of chronic heart conditions, fueled by obesity and aging, underscores the urgent need to tackle these new health challenges for a healthier future.