In the United States, heart disease is a major health concern. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it is the leading cause of death nationwide.

Further information is available from a recent study, which provides more details on this issue. The study specifically identifies certain states as having high rates of heart disease deaths.

For those interested in learning more, the full study can be found through KXAN, which has reported on the rankings of the worst states for heart disease deaths.