Researchers at Columbia University have found that accidental drug overdose, homicide, and suicide are the leading causes of death among pregnant and postpartum women.

World Health Rankings compiles various health data from around the world, including details about life expectancy and causes of death. Not so long ago, COVID-19 was one of the leading causes of death ...

(NEXSTAR) – Colorectal cancer now has the highest mortality rate of any cancer among people under 50 in the U.S., according to a study conducted by researchers with the American Cancer Society (ACS).

Life expectancy reached 79 years in the U.S. in 2024, marking its highest age in American history. Lower death rates were reported for all the leading causes of death, including heart disease and ...