According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the US death rate decreased by 3.8% in 2024. This represents a significant decrease from the previous year’s 4.2% increase, marking the first time in four years that COVID-19 is no longer the top ten leading causes of death in the country. The data indicates a decline in deaths attributable to COVID-19. While the precise reasons for this trend are still being investigated, preliminary analysis suggests a combination of factors contributing to this shift in mortality patterns.
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