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Leading Causes of Death in 1776 Compared to Modern Times
A recent analysis highlights the stark differences in the leading causes of death for Americans in 1776 compared to contemporary times. The findings reveal a dramatic shift in mortality patterns over centuries.
3 Jul, 11:00 — 3 Jul, 11:00
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Fox NewsMixed37d ago
What killed Americans in 1776? The answer is dramatically different from today
Life expectancy rose from 30 to nearly 80 years as infectious diseases gave way to chronic conditions like heart disease, cancer and diabetes.
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What killed Americans in 1776? The answer is dramatically different from today
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