Number of deaths in Laos today so far:
39
A person dies approximately every 656.00 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 48,073
Number of deaths per day: 132
Number of deaths per hour: 5
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 Laos according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stroke | 6,626 |
| 2 | Ischaemic heart disease | 6,205 |
| 3 | Lower respiratory infections | 2,729 |
| 4 | Tuberculosis | 2,308 |
| 5 | COVID-19 | 2,173 |
| 6 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 1,797 |
| 7 | Kidney diseases | 1,678 |
| 8 | Preterm birth complications | 1,507 |
| 9 | Diabetes mellitus | 1,468 |
| 10 | Liver cancer | 1,309 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Laos?
The leading cause of death in Laos is Stroke, approximately 6,626 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Laos?
The top three causes of death in Laos are Stroke, Ischaemic heart disease, and Lower respiratory infections.
How many people die from Stroke in Laos each year?
Approximately 6,626 people die from Stroke in Laos each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.