US shows slowest progress in chronic disease deaths among high income nations
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- The US showed the worst performance in reducing chronic disease deaths among high-income Western countries from 2010 to 2019.
- Chronic disease deaths increased among US adults aged 20 to 45, a rare trend in high-income countries.
- Denmark had the largest decline in chronic disease deaths, while the US and Germany performed poorly.
- Globally, 80% of countries saw declines in chronic disease deaths, but progress slowed compared to the previous decade.
- Improvements in diagnosis and treatment contributed to declines, but disparities in public health investment hindered progress in some countries.
- The US faces barriers like lack of access to primary care and critical-care services, impacting chronic disease outcomes.
- Neuropsychiatric conditions like dementia and alcohol use disorders rose in the US, offsetting gains in cancer and cardiovascular disease mortality.
- Public health experts emphasize holistic wellness approaches, including nutrition and mental health, to reduce chronic disease burden.