The Big Sleep: A Not-So-Grim Look at NYC's Yearly Shuffle Off This Mortal Coil
Ah, New York City. City that never sleeps... unless, of course, you're six feet under. Now, before you get all "Weekend at Bernie's" on us, let's delve into the fascinating, and yes, slightly morbid topic of how many New Yorkers kick the bucket each year.
The Numbers Game: Don't Panic, It's Mostly Natural Causes (Probably)
Fear not, thrill-seekers! NYC isn't some gladiator arena where daily life is a duel to the death (although rush hour on the subway can feel pretty close sometimes). Most NYC deaths are due to, well, you know, getting older and your body saying, "Peace out!" We're talking heart disease, cancer, the whole "life expectancy" shebang.
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But Wait, There's More! (Because New York is Extra)
Of course, NYC wouldn't be NYC without some added spice. Here's a glimpse into the slightly less common ways New Yorkers meet their maker:
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- The Accidental Acrobats: Ever seen someone jaywalk across six lanes of traffic like a it's a game of Frogger? Yeah, some folks don't always win.
- The Passionate Foodies: Let's face it, that extra slice of cheesecake might be tempting, but maybe go easy on the deep-fried everything.
So, How Many New Yorkers Are We Talking About?
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Now, we can't give you an exact number because, well, death doesn't send out RSVPs. But luckily, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene keeps tabs on these things. They have fancy reports and whatnot you can check out if you're feeling particularly curious (we won't judge).
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Important Side Note: Don't Read This While Eating a Hot Dog.
Just a hunch, but you might not want to be crunching on a dirty water dog while you're learning about mortality rates.
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How to FAQs: Because We Know You're Curious
- How to Avoid Becoming a Statistic? Eat your veggies, folks! Exercise is good too.
- How to Find Out How Many People Died Last Year in NYC? The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is your friend (https://home.nyc.gov/site/doh/data/data-sets/vital-statistics-data.page).
- How to Avoid Getting Hit by a Cab While Jaywalking? Look both ways, and maybe use the crosswalk. It's not a suggestion, it's the law (and common sense).
- How to Deal with Your Existential Dread After Reading This Post? Treat yourself to a slice of cheesecake (just don't go overboard).
- How to Live Life in NYC to the Fullest? Embrace the chaos, grab a bagel, and shout, "I'm walkin' here!" at least once a day. You're in New York City, after all!
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