In an analysis spanning 33 years, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remained the leading cause of disease burden and deaths globally, with nearly 80% of the burden being attributable to modifiable risk ...

A new study puts the spotlight on the rising burden of ischemic heart disease across Southeast Asia, East Asia and Oceania, and calls for localized, equity-focused interventions in these regions. The ...

Global life expectancy in 2023 is more than 20 years higher compared to 1950, and the age-standardized mortality rate is 67% lower, with all 204 countries and territories reporting declines. Despite ...

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other motor neuron diseases (MNDs) are major global causes of death. However, their global incidence, mortality, and disability-adjusted life years remain ...

CKD prevalence has more than doubled since 1990, with 788 million adults affected in 2023, highlighting a significant global health challenge. The disease is a major contributor to cardiovascular ...