Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Stroke is the third leading cause
of death in the United States. Together, heart disease and stroke are among the most widespread
and costly health problems facing the Nation today, accounting for more than $500 billion in health
care expenditures and related expenses in 2010 alone. Fortunately, they are also among the most
preventable.
Objective HDS-2
Coronary heart disease death rate (per 100,000) (age-adjusted to 2000 std population)
| 2020 Goal | 2008-12 | 2009-13 | 2010-14 | 2011-15 | 2012-16 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Counties | 103.4 | 124.8 | 120.1 | 116.6 | 113.8 | 111.3 |
| Franklin County, PA | 103.4 | 96.5 | 93.4 | 95.8 | 96.2 | 94.5 |
Objective HDS-3
Stroke death rate (per 100,000) (age-adjusted to 2000 std population)
| 2020 Goal | 2008-12 | 2009-13 | 2010-14 | 2011-15 | 2012-16 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Counties | 34.8 | 39.3 | 38.3 | 37.6 | 37.6 | 37.1 |
| Franklin County, PA | 34.8 | 30.9 | 31.5 | 32.8 | 31.6 | 31.1 |
Website Updated August 2016
Topic Area HDS - Heart Disease and Stroke
Courtesy: Healthy People 2020, <www.healthypeople.gov>