Number of deaths in Belarus today so far:
167
A person dies approximately every 265.08 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 118,967
Number of deaths per day: 326
Number of deaths per hour: 14
Source: United Nations World Population Prospects 2024
Methodology: The figures shown on this page are based on projections from the 2024 revision of World Population Prospects. Deaths are distributed evenly across the year to produce per-day and per-second estimates. Actual daily counts may vary due to seasonal factors, disease outbreaks, or natural disasters.
The table below shows the top 10 causes of death in Belarus according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 48,033 |
| 2 | COVID-19 | 19,408 |
| 3 | Stroke | 13,694 |
| 4 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 3,566 |
| 5 | Alzheimer disease and other dementias | 2,783 |
| 6 | Colon and rectum cancers | 2,768 |
| 7 | Alcohol use disorders | 2,063 |
| 8 | Stomach cancer | 1,984 |
| 9 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 1,559 |
| 10 | Self-harm | 1,414 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Belarus?
The leading cause of death in Belarus is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 48,033 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Belarus?
The top three causes of death in Belarus are Ischaemic heart disease, COVID-19, and Stroke.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Belarus each year?
Approximately 48,033 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Belarus each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.