Number of deaths from cardiovascular diseases by risk factor, World,
2021

Estimated annual number of deaths from cardiovascular diseases attributed to each risk factor. Estimates come with wideuncertainties, especially for countries with poor vital registration.

10.38 million4.48 million3.65 million2.25 million2.21 million2.1 million1.71 million1.48 million737,879385,825371,73613,977High blood pressureAir pollutionHigh LDL cholesterolSmokingHigh fasting plasma glucoseImpaired kidney functionHigh-sodium dietLead exposureDiet low in polyunsaturated fatty acidsAlcohol useLow physical activityDiet high in sugar-sweetened beverages

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