1: Heart Disease: Leading cause of death in America from conditions like heart attacks and heart failure.

2: Cancer: Second leading cause of death with various types affecting millions each year.

3: Chronic Lower Respiratory Diseases: Including COPD, asthma, and bronchitis, ranking third in deadly diseases.

4: Stroke: Caused by blocked or ruptured blood vessels, leading to brain damage or death.

5: Alzheimer’s Disease: Progressive brain disorder affecting memory, thinking, and behavior, leading to death.

6: Diabetes: High blood sugar levels damaging organs and tissues, causing various complications and death.

7: Influenza and pneumonia: Respiratory infections leading to severe illness and sometimes death, especially in high-risk individuals.

8: Kidney Disease: Progressive loss of kidney function, causing toxins to build up in the body, leading to death.

9: Suicide: Tragic end to mental health struggles, impacting individuals and families with irreparable loss.