Question

list the four leading causes of death in the united states. how can a number of these deaths be prevented or greatly reduced?

Answer 1

The four leading causes of death in the united states are :

1. Heart Disease
Could e prevented by doing regular cardio activity
2. Cancer
Avoid smoking. Avoid exposing yourself to sunlight without sun screen
3. Stroke
could be prevented by eating less cholesterol
4. Accidents
Could be prevented by following regulations and not exposing yourself to alcohol before driving

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Answer 2

Answer;

-The four leading causes of death in the United States are;

• heart disease,
• cancer,
• stroke, and
• chronic lower respiratory diseases.

These diseases can be prevented or greatly reduced by maintaining proper lifetime fitness levels.

Explanation;

-Heart disease and cancer have claimed the first and second spots respectively as the leading causes of deaths in America. Together, the two causes are responsible for 46 percent of deaths in the United States. Combined with the third most common cause of death, chronic lower respiratory diseases, the three diseases account for half of all deaths in the United States.

-Many cases of heart disease can be prevented through lifestyle changes. These changes include; quitting smoking, eating a healthier diet,exercising at least 30 minutes a day, five days a week and also maintaining a healthy weight.

-Measures to prevent the risk of cancer includes;

• maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, and exercising regularly
• quitting smoking, and drinking in moderation
• avoiding direct exposure to the sun or ultraviolet tanning lights
• having regular cancer screenings, including skin checks, mammograms, prostate exams, among others.

-Quit smoking, and limiting the exposure to other people’s smoke to reduce the risk of chronic lower respiratory diseases.