3.2. How We Die: Accidental Death

As we alluded briefly in the last video, accidental death could be called the fifth horseman. Accidental death as a source of morbidity and mortality is often underappreciated. Here we explain the major drivers of accidental death and how these causes vary by age group. Car accidents, accidental overdoses, and falls cause a significant number of deaths each year and collectively account for virtually all “accidental” deaths. Hence, avoiding these is just as important as avoiding the other horsemen.