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Heart Disease Deaths Related to Obesity Increase by 180% in the U.S.

Heart disease deaths related to obesity in the U.S. increased by 180% between 1999 and 2020, especially among middle-aged men and Black adults. The study underscores the need for public health interventions to reduce the risk of heart disease in high-risk groups.

This news matters because it highlights the significant increase in heart disease deaths related to obesity, especially among middle-aged men, Black adults, and residents of Midwestern states and non-metropolitan areas in the U.S. The findings underscore the urgent need for effective public health interventions to address the disparities and reduce the risk of heart disease in high-risk groups.