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Most Common Causes of Death Globally

Heart disease and stroke remain the world’s top killers, followed by respiratory illnesses like COPD, pneumonia, and COVID-19. Injuries, chronic diseases, and infections such as TB, malaria, and HIV also claim millions of lives each year.

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The most common causes of death globally are heart disease and strokes, followed by respiratory illnesses like COPD, pneumonia, and COVID-19; injuries, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, kidney disease, and infections such as TB, malaria, and HIV also take a heavy toll.

An infographic showcasing the most common causes of death globally. It shows how heart disease and strokes are the most common causes at 13% and 10% respectively. It also shows the percentages of deaths caused by COVID-19, Malaria, TB, and other diseases.

Cancer is not included in these statistics.

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About the Author(s)

Syeda Amina is an undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Government and Public Policy at the National Defence University, Islamabad. Amina has been actively involved in several university societies and youth-led initiatives, contributing to publications, awareness campaigns, and environmental projects.

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