Number of deaths in Cyprus today so far:
8
A person dies approximately every 3,309.13 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 9,530
Number of deaths per day: 26
Number of deaths per hour: 1
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 Cyprus according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 1,042 |
| 2 | COVID-19 | 666 |
| 3 | Diabetes mellitus | 543 |
| 4 | Alzheimer disease and other dementias | 520 |
| 5 | Stroke | 505 |
| 6 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 396 |
| 7 | Kidney diseases | 281 |
| 8 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 229 |
| 9 | Breast cancer | 196 |
| 10 | Colon and rectum cancers | 174 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Cyprus?
The leading cause of death in Cyprus is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 1,042 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Cyprus?
The top three causes of death in Cyprus are Ischaemic heart disease, COVID-19, and Diabetes mellitus.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Cyprus each year?
Approximately 1,042 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Cyprus each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.