ED Note: The stats in this article don't include OTC (over the counter) non-prescription drugs that also have their death tolls.

'When it comes “how you’re going to die,” many people fear things like airplane crashes or shark attacks, even though statistics show that deaths from these events are very rare. Conversely, far too many people mistakenly believe that certain common aspects of everyday life are extremely safe — when, in reality, this is often far from the truth.'

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