Uncategorized Top 10 Global Causes of Death: Ischemic Heart Disease is Dominant No. 1, Non-Communicable Diseases Account for 70% (WHO Data)
The latest data from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Study for 2023 highlights the world's most critical public health challenges. Of the world's total estimated deaths of over 60 million people, Ischemic Heart Disease (such as myocardial infarction) overwhelmingly ranks first with about 9 million deaths. Together with stroke, these two account for roughly one-quarter of total global deaths. Notably, Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) occupy the top seven spots, with their proportion increasing yearly due to aging populations and lifestyle changes. Furthermore, "Sudden Death," which unexpectedly strikes approximately 6-7 million people annually, is caused by cardiovascular disease in over 80% of cases.