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Where does diabetes rank among leading causes of death in the US?

Seventh, per the CDC.

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Why: CDC lists diabetes as the seventh leading cause of death in the United States. Managing blood sugar and getting regular checkups lowers the risk of serious problems.

Huh, didn't know that: CDC also calls diabetes the most costly health condition in the US.

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Answer: Seventh. CDC lists diabetes as the seventh leading cause of death in the United States. Managing blood sugar and getting regular checkups lowers the risk of serious problems.

  1. CDC: Diabetes Basics www.cdc.gov/diabetes/about/index.html
    Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death.
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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