Health

USA Facts -  Causes of death in America In 2022, heart disease caused 21% of all deaths nationwide, while cancer accounted for 19%. Approximately 231,000 people died from accidents like poisonings, falls, car crashes, and other transportation accidents. These accounted for 7% of deaths in 2022.     Accidental drug overdoses made up around 3% of all deaths in 2022. They were especially prevalent among people between the ages of 18 and 45, causing one-quarter of deaths in this demographic.    Heart disease killed nearly 211 per 100,000 people, while cancer killed 182.5 out of 100,000. These two diseases were responsible for over 40% of deaths among adults over 45.    Motor vehicle crashes were one of the top causes of death among children, accounting for 15% of all deaths among people under 18.

CNN -  Medicare Advantage enrollees are encouraged to review their plans during open enrollment, which begins today and runs until December 7. Health experts say insurers are making a flurry of changes that could leave some senior citizens hunting for new policies, paying more out of pocket or getting skimpier supplemental benefits. For example, more than 16 million enrollees this year are in plans with no deductible for any drug. But in 2025, more than 45% of these members will be subject to a deductible for at least some drugs — particularly brand-name or specialty medications — if they stay in the same plan. Some insurers are also cutting back on allowances for dental, hearing and vision benefits.