In 2023, the highest female asthma mortality rates were observed in the United States, Brazil, and South Africa. The United States leads with 2.5 thousand deaths, experiencing a slight increase from the previous year. Brazil saw a growth in mortality of over 2%, while South Africa experienced a decline of 3.1%. The UK, Japan, and Spain showed mixed trends, with minor fluctuations. Eastern European countries like Poland and Czech Republic exhibited notable rises, whereas Baltic regions like Estonia and Latvia saw reductions. The lowest rates were in Luxembourg and Iceland, both showing negligible increases.
Future trends to watch include advancements in asthma management practices and healthcare access disparities influencing mortality rates. The global push towards universal healthcare and improvements in living conditions may help reduce future asthma-related deaths. Monitoring environmental policies and pollution controls in high-mortality regions will be crucial, as these factors heavily impact asthma outcomes.
Top countries in Asthma Mortality by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Female Deaths) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 2,500 | 2023 | +0.9% | +2.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Brazil | 1,630 | 2023 | +0.12% | +2.64% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Africa | 1,490 | 2023 | -2.8% | -3.1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 1,020 | 2023 | -0.29% | -1.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Japan | 935 | 2023 | +4.71% | -1.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 935 | 2023 | +4.12% | +0.11% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 676 | 2023 | +0.45% | +0.03% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Mexico | 636 | 2023 | -1.43% | -0.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 South Korea | 433 | 2023 | -8.26% | -9.39% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 348 | 2023 | +1.16% | +2.21% | View data |
