Number of deaths in Moldova today so far:
6
A person dies approximately every 751.70 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 41,953
Number of deaths per day: 115
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 Moldova according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 14,819 |
| 2 | COVID-19 | 9,513 |
| 3 | Stroke | 5,986 |
| 4 | Hypertensive heart disease | 2,863 |
| 5 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 1,972 |
| 6 | Lower respiratory infections | 1,291 |
| 7 | Colon and rectum cancers | 992 |
| 8 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 909 |
| 9 | Breast cancer | 546 |
| 10 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 525 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Moldova?
The leading cause of death in Moldova is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 14,819 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Moldova?
The top three causes of death in Moldova are Ischaemic heart disease, COVID-19, and Stroke.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Moldova each year?
Approximately 14,819 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Moldova each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.