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.
Causes of Death - Our World in Data
More progress is possible, and the impact of causes of death can fall further. On this page, you will find global data and research on leading causes of death and how they can be prevented. This includes …
The Top 10 Causes of Death Worldwide — And How to Prevent Them
Jun 1, 2025 · In children under five, respiratory infections remain a leading cause of death, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Here, prevention and treatment are often a matter of …
Leading causes of death, 2021
Jun 10, 2024 · Leading causes of death, 2021 The disease, condition, or injury estimated to cause the most deaths in each country annually.
Mortality and global health estimates
WHO’s Global Health Estimates provide latest available data on causes of death globally, by region, by sex and by income group. They are published every 3 or 4 years and identify trends in mortality over …
Top 5 Causes of Death Worldwide
Jul 5, 2024 · Top 5 Causes of Death Worldwide The prevalence of causes of death can vary significantly based on geographic location, lifestyle, healthcare access, and socioeconomic factors. …
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.
Top Ten Leading Causes Of Death In The World
May 7, 2018 · In 2015, diarrhea killed 1.38 million people worldwide, according to WHO, and it counts among the leading causes of death globally, according to the CDC. Poor hygiene and sanitation, and …