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Surprisingly, the leading cause of death in those over 65 is old age, followed by heart disease and stokes.
Surprisingly, the leading cause of death in those over 65 is old age, followed by Heart disease and stokes.
In 2006, the leading cause of death among people aged 65 and older was heart disease. This condition accounted for a significant proportion of fatalities in this age group, reflecting the impact of cardiovascular health on aging populations. Other common causes of death included cancer and chronic respiratory diseases, but heart disease remained the predominant factor.
In 2006, the leading cause of death in the United States was heart disease, accounting for a significant number of fatalities. This was followed by cancer, stroke, chronic lower respiratory diseases, and unintentional injuries. The prevalence of heart disease was attributed to factors such as lifestyle choices, obesity, and aging populations. Efforts to reduce its impact included promoting healthier lifestyles and improving access to medical care.
Nevada was the US state that ranked 45th in state population in 2006. It had a population of approximately 2.48 million at that time.
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Alida Valli died on April 22, 2006 at the age of 84.
Heart Disease 598,607 deaths in 2009 179.8 deaths per 100,000 people The number of heart disease-related deaths fell in the latter half of the decade, with 631,636 dying in 2006. Half of those deaths were women. In 2004, African Americans were the ethnic group most likely to die from the disease.
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Yanni's mother Felitsa died in 2006, from complications brought on by Parkinson's Disease. She was 76.