Number of deaths in Malaysia today so far:
105
A person dies approximately every 163.49 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 192,887
Number of deaths per day: 528
Number of deaths per hour: 22
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 Malaysia according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 43,050 |
| 2 | COVID-19 | 32,055 |
| 3 | Stroke | 26,490 |
| 4 | Lower respiratory infections | 20,165 |
| 5 | Kidney diseases | 8,722 |
| 6 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 7,314 |
| 7 | Diabetes mellitus | 6,006 |
| 8 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 5,785 |
| 9 | Alzheimer disease and other dementias | 5,415 |
| 10 | Road injury | 4,982 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Malaysia?
The leading cause of death in Malaysia is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 43,050 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Malaysia?
The top three causes of death in Malaysia are Ischaemic heart disease, COVID-19, and Stroke.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Malaysia each year?
Approximately 43,050 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Malaysia each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.