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Causes Of Premature Death In New York
New York City has seen great improvements in health over the past several decades. New Yorkers are living longer than they did in 1990 due to steep declines in deaths related to HIV, cancer, and heart disease. Many NYC residents suffer from physical or mental illnesses, especially illnesses that contribute to premature death that could be prevented or better treated. The three leading causes of premature death for all New Yorkers in 2013 were drug use or overdose, Injuries and accidents related to driving, and HIV.
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