Is Chamonix really that dangerous?

[popadoodle]

Hi there. First time poster.

I am considering a trip to Chamonix - never been before. Can someone tell me if it really is as dangerous as everybody says? Everyone is telling me not to go (only got a few years experience) and I found this

http://www.chamonix.eu.com/death-stats/

Would really appreciate some feedback before I go and kill myself.