Here Are The 8 Biggest Risks Of Living In The State Of Missouri

Missouri is no stranger to twisters, with one of the largest in recent memory touching down in Joplin in 2011.

According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the leading killer in the state, responsible for 25 percent of all deaths. Make sure to include some veggies with your barbecue and beer!

All our beautiful lakes, rivers and streams come with a major downside: deaths by drowning. And according to a 2015 Washington Post article, drowning deaths are on the rise in Missouri.

Another downside to living near water: floods. The 2015 Mississippi River flood set records, cresting at its third highest level ever.

Although in 2014 Missouri officially lost its spot as number one for meth in the country, the highly addictive drug is still a major problem. In 2016 alone, there already have been more than 100 incidents.

Yes, meningitis. In 2015, the CDC released a report on the 'Most Distinctive' cause of death in every state, and Missouri's is meningitis, an infection that can turn deadly.

If you've ever tried to grow flowers in your front yard, you know how pesky these creatures can be. Even worse when a car is involved. A report by the Missouri State Highway Patrol said that in 2011, Missouri had more than 3,500 deer-related traffic crashes, resulting in four deaths and nearly 400 injuries.