Cardiovascular Diseases (CVD) mortality by subgroups of causes

CVD are the leading causes of deaths and disabilities in the World. In the Region of the Americas, occurred around 1,6 millions of deaths due to CVDs (30% of all deaths). A large proportion of CVDs is preventable, so knowing the the mortality burden by causes of deaths is possible to identify health interventions and prioritize accions. 

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1,6 million
CVD accounts for almost 1,6 millions deaths in the Region of the Americas

Leading causes of deaths

30%
of CDV deaths occurred prematurely, among ages 30 - 69 years old

Premature deaths due to NCD 

Cardiovascular diseases. Situation and trend

Cardiovascular diseases, burden of mortality by Income

Cerebrovascular diseases. Premature mortality

Priorities for cardiovascular health in the Americas.
Key messages for decision makers

Global Atlas on cardiovascular disease prevention and control