Causes of Death
What kills the most people worldwide? The top 10 causes account for over 70% of all deaths on Earth.
62.0M
Total deaths per year
10
Leading causes tracked
72%
Of all deaths explained
Cardiovascular disease
Diseases of the heart and blood vessels, including coronary artery disease, stroke, and heart failure.
18.6M
/ year
30% of all
Cancer (all types)
A group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread.
10.0M
/ year
16% of all
Chronic respiratory disease
Chronic diseases of the airways and lung structures, including COPD, asthma, and pulmonary fibrosis.
3.9M
/ year
6% of all
Lower respiratory infections
Infections of the lungs including pneumonia, bronchitis, and bronchiolitis.
2.6M
/ year
4% of all
Neonatal conditions
Deaths occurring in the first 28 days of life, including birth asphyxia, preterm complications, and neonatal sepsis.
2.0M
/ year
3% of all
Diabetes mellitus
A metabolic disease causing high blood sugar levels.
2.0M
/ year
3% of all
Alzheimer's & dementia
Progressive neurological disorders that destroy memory and cognitive function.
1.5M
/ year
2% of all
Diarrhoeal diseases
Diseases causing severe dehydration through frequent watery stools.
1.5M
/ year
2% of all
Road injuries
Deaths from traffic crashes involving cars, motorcycles, pedestrians, and cyclists.
1.4M
/ year
2% of all
Tuberculosis
A bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs.
1.3M
/ year
2% of all