The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently issued a map detailing the most distinctive causes of death per state from 2001-2010.
This map highlights nonstandard cause-of-death certification practices within and between states that can potentially be addressed through education and training.
In Tennessee, the most distinctive cause of death was discharge of firearms (undetermined intent).
All causes listed for each state are considered significantly higher than the national rate.
See the map below:
