What are the top causes of death worldwide?

TBS Report

08 October, 2026, 01:05 pm

Last modified: 08 October, 2026, 01:13 pm

What are the top causes of death worldwide?

As of 2023.

TBS Report

08 October, 2026, 01:05 pm

Last modified: 08 October, 2026, 01:13 pm

Illustration: Ashrafun Naher Ananna/TBS Creative

Illustration: Ashrafun Naher Ananna/TBS Creative

In 2023, the six leading causes of death claimed 26.7 million lives, 43.8% of the global total of 61 million. Ischaemic heart disease remained the world's deadliest condition, with fatalities surging 217% since 2000, the steepest rise among all major causes.

Source: World Health Organization (WHO)

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