In 2023, the United Kingdom tops global dementia mortality for women, followed by the Netherlands and Canada. The most significant year-on-year increases are in Lithuania, Colombia, and Bulgaria, reflecting rising mortality in Eastern Europe. Conversely, Poland and Slovakia showed decreases, while Greece, Portugal, and Hungary saw substantial rises, signifying notable regional variations. Over the past five years, Central and Eastern Europe experienced sharp increases in dementia mortality, contrasted by consistent decreases in South American nations.
Looking ahead, expect discrepancies between developed and developing countries to widen, driven by healthcare access and demographic shifts. Monitoring healthcare policy developments and aging population trends will be crucial for forecasting future mortality patterns.
Top countries in Dementia Mortality by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Female Deaths) Per Hundred Thousand Women | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 103.8 | 2023 | +1.86% | -0.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 92.9 | 2023 | +4.26% | +0.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Canada | 92.2 | 2023 | +3.25% | +3.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 89.5 | 2023 | +2.17% | +2.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 88 | 2023 | +1.38% | +1.5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Switzerland | 81.8 | 2023 | +0.62% | +0.78% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 78.5 | 2023 | +5.37% | +7.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 72.4 | 2023 | +1.97% | +1.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Luxembourg | 64.9 | 2023 | +3.67% | +4.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 61.2 | 2023 | +2% | +2.38% | View data |
