April 28, 2026
Prevalence of Selected Chronic Conditions Among Adults Age 45 and Older, by Age and Urbanization Level: United States, 2024
Heart disease, cancer, cerebrovascular diseases (stroke), and chronic lower respiratory diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), are consistently among the 10 leading causes of death for U.S. adults. Studies have suggested that variations exist in the prevalence of these conditions by age and urbanization level, prompting further exploration into these differences. This report uses 2024 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) data to describe the prevalence of heart disease, cancer, COPD, and stroke among adults age 45 and older by age and urbanization level
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provide data on the prevalence of heart disease, cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and stroke among adults age 45 and older by level of rurality, using data from the CDC’s 2024 National Health Interview Survey.
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