The 2023 data on global dementia mortality rates show significant variation across countries. The United Kingdom reports the highest rate at 67.8 deaths per 100,000, representing a slight decrease from 2022. Noteworthy reductions were seen in the Netherlands and Slovakia, while Colombia and Lithuania showed notable increases. Japan, with its efficient healthcare system, maintains a low rate of 7.9 deaths. Over the past five years, the compounded annual growth rates (CAGR) indicated heterogeneous trends, with some countries experiencing reductions and others increases.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of aging populations in developed countries on dementia mortality rates.
- Improvements in healthcare that could reduce mortality rates, especially in countries showing increased trends.
- The role of policy interventions and research advancements in dementia treatment and prevention globally.
- Environmental and lifestyle factors contributing to variations between countries.
Top countries in Dementia Mortality by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Deaths) Per Hundred Thousand Persons, Standardised Rates | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 67.8 | 2023 | +1.8% | -1.36% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 54.6 | 2023 | +1.68% | +1.57% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 50.5 | 2023 | +1.41% | +0.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Switzerland | 46.4 | 2023 | 0% | +0.086% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 44.9 | 2023 | -3.44% | -5.51% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 43.4 | 2023 | +0.46% | +0.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 42.6 | 2023 | +4.93% | +6.36% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United States | 42.1 | 2023 | +1.94% | +2.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Australia | 42.1 | 2023 | +1.69% | +0.98% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 40.7 | 2023 | +3.04% | +4.54% | View data |
