​In the United States, young people have a low mortality rate; those who die are most likely to die from

A) ​cancer.
B) ​unintentional injuries.
C) ​homicide.
D) ​HIV infection.

According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), unintentional injuries (such as car accidents, drowning, and falls) are the leading cause of death for young people in the United States aged 15-24. In fact, in 2019, unintentional injuries accounted for over 60% of deaths in this age group. Cancer is the second leading cause of death, followed by homicide and suicide. HIV infection is now a very rare cause of death thanks to advancements in treatment and prevention.