Deaths by risk factor, United Kingdom, 2021

The estimated annual number of deaths attributed to each risk factor. Estimates come with wide uncertainties,especially for countries with poor vital registration.

73,50068,40039,90038,50030,60019,90017,10016,60015,50011,4009,9208,7706,9206,6305,5605,4803,3401,5801,18047491.728.87.642.972.32SmokingHigh blood pressureObesityHigh blood sugarHigh cholesterolAlcohol useAir pollution (outdoor & indoor)Outdoor particulate matter pollutionDiet low in whole grainsLow physical activityDiet low in fruitsDiet low in nuts and seedsDiet low in vegetablesDrug useDiet high in sodiumLow bone mineral densitySecondhand smokeUnsafe sexLow birthweightNo access to handwashing facilityChild wastingUnsafe water sourceUnsafe sanitationChild stuntingIndoor air pollution

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