Leading causes of death
WHO’s Global Health Estimates (GHE) provide the latest available data on causes of death and disability globally, by region and country, and by age, sex and income group.
The Top 10 Causes of Death Worldwide — And How to Prevent …
Jun 1, 2025 · Death is the one universal certainty we all share. But the how and why of death is not evenly distributed across humanity. From affluent cities with high-tech hospitals to remote …
Causes of Death - Our World in Data
In the past, infectious diseases dominated. But death rates from infectious diseases have fallen quickly – faster than other causes. This has led to a shift in the leading causes of death. Now, …
Leading causes of death, 2021
Jun 10, 2024 · “Data Page: Leading causes of death”, part of the following publication: Saloni Dattani, Fiona Spooner, Hannah Ritchie, and Max Roser (2023) - “Causes of Death”. Data …
Top 5 Causes of Death Worldwide
Jul 5, 2024 · The prevalence of causes of death can vary significantly based on the geographic location, lifestyle, healthcare access and socioeconomic factors.
List of causes of death by rate - Wikipedia
The following is a list of the causes of human deaths worldwide for different years arranged by their associated mortality rates. Some causes listed include deaths also included in more …
Top 10 Leading Causes of Death Globally
Feb 27, 2025 · Discover the Top 10 Leading Causes of Death Globally – Explore the latest global mortality statistics, including heart disease, COVID-19, stroke, and more. Learn key risk …
Leading Causes of Death in the World
The leading cause of death in the world for countless years running is heart disease. In 2017, heart disease accounted for nearly 32% of the world’s total deaths.