Map shows US states with worst childhood death rates
Child and adolescent mortality increased by 18.8 percent in the U.S. in four years, with significant disparities between states.
US population has lowest life expectancy among peers: 'Alarming'
"Even compared to this subset of countries with shared characteristics, the U.S. has very low life expectancy," Professor Jessica Ho told Newsweek.
Scientists may have found the secret to a longer life
A new study has shown that those who count their blessings are less likely to die early.
Common snack foods may increase risk of death
Some foods were more closely linked with an increased mortality risk than others.
Map shows top 10 most 'dangerous' states in the US
U.S. death rates are roughly 2.5 times higher than average in other high-income countries, but some states are worse than others.
Vitamin may extend lifespan, new research suggests
Vitamin D extended the lifespan of killifish, a recent study found, suggesting the vitamin could have similar effects in humans.
US death rates have 'worsened significantly' for midlife adults
The is a stark disadvantage for U.S. women between the ages of 25 and 44, scientists say.
War correspondent living with cancer talks near misses and exit plans
"As I ponder mortality and the certainty that I now have more yesterdays than tomorrows, I can't help but reflect on some of my extraordinary near misses."
Scientists blame US government for rising suicides
"We contend that the U.S. federal government's weak regulatory oversight [...] has significantly shaped U.S. suicide risk," the researchers said.
Scientists recommend policy to increase US lifespans
New policies could increase the median life expectancy across the country by 2.2 years, scientists say.
VILPA: The exercise you've never heard of that could save your life
Scientists discovered this exercise can lead to a near-50 percent reduction in cardiovascular disease mortality risk.
Widening in Death Rates Between Democratic, Republican U.S. States: Study
The study shows that the difference in death rates between Democratic and Republican counties increased by a factor of more than six times from 2001 to 2019.
Opioid Death Toll to Double by 2029, Average 336 People a Day Over a Decade
"It sounds like a lot. Could over a million people die in a decade? Yeah, very easily," lead researcher Dr. Keith Humphreys told Newsweek.
Trump Says He Does Think About His Own Mortality After Limbaugh's Death
"Rush was young, relatively speaking," former President Donald Trump, 74, said while speaking about the death of conservative talk radio host Rush Limbaugh on Wednesday.
Sweden's COVID Strategist Wants to Ease Restrictions for Elderly
Over 5,200 of Sweden's nearly 6,000 COVID-19 deaths were reported to be among those aged 70 and above, according to its public health agency.
COVID Kills African Americans at Twice the Rate. Can a Wealth Tax Help?
Inadequate taxation drives the inequality that has made many African-Americans so vulnerable.
How I'm Talking to My Children About the Front Lines of COVID-19
Kids are faced with death in many other contexts, from grandparents dying naturally to the suicide of peers—and I'm okay with keeping the blinders off.
We Need to Talk About Death | Opinion
We used to be intimately familiar with death; today we are barely on speaking terms. But as our response to the COVID-10 pandemic shows, it's not because we've grown any more resilient.
Erectile Dysfunction Linked to Higher Risk of Death, Cardiovascular Disease
Men reporting erectile dysfunction faced a hazard ratio of 1.4 even when testosterone levels were healthy, the study authors state.
Extreme Heatwaves From Global Warming Set to Kill Thousands Across U.S.
"Climate change does not only affect far away places but also the United States, whose administration has announced withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement," a scientist told "Newsweek."
Only Healthier Living Can Slow the Deadly March of Alzheimer's disease
With the aging of baby boomers, the number of Americans aged 65 and older with Alzheimer's is expected to rise dramatically, to over 13.8 million, by 2050, with some estimates reaching as high as 16 million.
Anger at Plan for Crematorium Next to Retirement Home
"We all know we are going to go at some time or other but we don't want to be reminded," one resident said.
Americas Account for Half of Annual Global Gun Deaths
Brazil, Colombia, Guatemala, Mexico, Venezuela and the U.S. together accounted for half of the 251,000 gun deaths in 2016.
Low-Carb Diets May Cut Years Off Life, Study Suggests
"The sheer variety of nutrients achieved with a plant based, carb-rich diet cannot be replicated on a restricted carb one."
What Is Heaven Like?
This is paradise according to Islam, Judaism, Christianity...and Eric Clapton.
Sleeping in on the Weekend Could Help You Live Longer
Sleeping in over the weekend could counteract the negative effects of short sleeps during the week, according to a new study.
O Blood Type Linked to Death From Serious Injury
Serious-injury patients with this blood type died at nearly three times the rate of patients with others.
Maternal Death Rates Are On the Rise
In the United States, maternal death rates vary according to place and social status and are getting worse, not better.
That Extra Glass of Wine Might Shorten Your Life
Drinking too much might take 30 minutes off your life.