Event Brief
Causes of death in America shifted from infections to chronic illness
Filed: Jul 03, 2026 at 7:35 AM ET
Summary: Life expectancy rose as infectious diseases declined and chronic conditions became leading causes of death.
WHO: Kenneth J. Perry, M.D.
WHAT: Perry said life expectancy increased as infectious diseases gave way to chronic conditions like heart disease, cancer, and diabetes.
WHEN: Jul 03, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: To chronic conditions like heart disease.
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