Deaths from protein-energy malnutrition, by age

Estimated annual number of deaths from protein-energy malnutrition (which results from insufficient caloric andprotein intake). Estimates come with wide uncertainties, especially for countries with poor vital registration.

15-49 years old5-14 years old50-69 years old70+ years oldUnder-5sWorldWorld198020212000500kAfrican Region (WH…African Region (WHO)198020212000200kChinaChina19802021200020kIndiaIndia198020212000100kAustraliaAustralia19802021200050North America (WB)North America (WB)1980202120005kEuropean Region (…European Region (WHO)1980202120005k

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