The forecasted data for 2024 indicate that the United States will continue to lead in global influenza mortality, despite a decrease of 6.56% in 2023. Germany, with a slight 1.54% increase, and Japan, with a decrease of 2.51%, remain significant contributors. Notably, Australia shows a prominent increase (46.11%) in 2023, signaling a need for enhanced healthcare measures. Emerging trends include variable growth in Latin American countries like Brazil (5.82%) and Mexico (8.37%), whereas European countries exhibit mixed responses, with declines in the UK (-14.73%) and Netherlands (-14.5%), contrasted by increases in Portugal (13.37%) and Romania (9.32%).
Future trends to watch involve technological advancements in vaccine development and distribution, potentially decreasing mortality rates. Continued monitoring of national healthcare strategies and environmental factors influencing virus transmission will be essential for predicting and mitigating influenza impacts worldwide.
Top countries in Influenza Mortality by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Deaths) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 8,160 | 2023 | +5.88% | -6.56% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 3,240 | 2023 | +19.36% | +1.54% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 2,930 | 2023 | +24.97% | -2.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Canada | 1,590 | 2023 | +3.44% | -7.07% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 1,360 | 2023 | +5.91% | -5.97% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Brazil | 1,080 | 2023 | +6.28% | +5.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Australia | 919 | 2023 | +37.99% | +46.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 908 | 2023 | +21.23% | -14.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 776 | 2023 | +5.15% | +3.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 596 | 2023 | +5.11% | +2.41% | View data |