Deaths from coronary artery disease have fallen, but more progress is within reach

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Deaths from ischemic heart disease in the U.S. fell by over 50% from 1990 to 2023, attributed to better management of risk factors.
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Approximately 88.8% of coronary artery disease deaths in 2023 were linked to modifiable risk factors, highlighting the potential for prevention.
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High blood pressure, poor diet, and high LDL cholesterol were leading contributors to heart disease deaths, accounting for nearly half of fatalities.
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Geographic disparities exist in coronary artery disease mortality rates, with states like Kentucky and Tennessee reporting the highest rates.
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Conflicting dietary guidelines and a shortage of healthcare providers complicate efforts to address cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome.

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