The global mortality rates from residential radon exposure show significant variance across countries. The highest reported rates are in Hungary, Greece, and the Czech Republic, while countries like Djibouti and Singapore report much lower figures. Notably, Hungary shows a slight decrease of 0.21%, whereas countries like Vietnam and Bangladesh witnessed significant increases of over 2% in 2023. Over the past five years, many countries have seen moderate changes with some experiencing nearly flat growth, indicating the persistence of radon exposure concerns.
Looking forward, future trends to watch include the potential for innovative radon mitigation strategies, especially in high-risk areas, and increased regulation and public awareness initiatives which may impact future mortality rates. Monitoring technological advancements and policy changes will be crucial in understanding and potentially reducing mortality from residential radon exposure globally.
Top countries in Mortality from Exposure to Residential Radon by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Deaths) Per Million Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Hungary | 68.43 | 2023 | +0.15% | -0.21% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 65.62 | 2023 | +0.71% | +0.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 57.79 | 2023 | 0% | -0.079% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Armenia | 48.53 | 2023 | +0.35% | +0.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Albania | 48.47 | 2023 | +1.91% | +2.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovenia | 45.92 | 2023 | +0.53% | +0.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 44.6 | 2023 | -0.022% | +0.027% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 44.39 | 2023 | +0.045% | +0.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 40.51 | 2023 | +0.025% | +0.11% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 40.42 | 2023 | -0.2% | -0.035% | View data |
