Top 10 Causes of Death in the U.S

Last Updated on January 7, 2021

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is when the kidneys are corrupted and can no longer filter blood. The risks of developing CKD increase with age, mostly after 50 years and is most common among people older than 70 years.

An estimated 26 million Americans have CKD, with around 47,112 deaths every year. Can it be prevented ? In order to reduce the risk of CKD, one must avoid excessive alcohol intake, maintain a healthy weight, stop smoking and manage medical conditions with the help of a doctor.

1. Suicide (intentional self-harm)

Suicide is the US 10th leading cause of death accounting around 41,149 deaths each year. Risk factors of suicide vary with age, gender and ethnicity, and may include, mental disorders, substance abuse, family history of suicide or violence, and incarceration.

However, many people with these factors are not suicidal, while others who are suicidal may not have any of these risk factors. You must ask for help as soon as possible, at any small notice of any unusual negative behavior, either in yourself or a friend.