Number of deaths in Myanmar today so far:
1,040
A person dies approximately every 62.23 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 506,745
Number of deaths per day: 1,388
Number of deaths per hour: 58
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 Myanmar according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stroke | 61,258 |
| 2 | Ischaemic heart disease | 44,216 |
| 3 | Tuberculosis | 37,649 |
| 4 | COVID-19 | 36,422 |
| 5 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 30,460 |
| 6 | Diabetes mellitus | 20,596 |
| 7 | Lower respiratory infections | 13,745 |
| 8 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 11,140 |
| 9 | Road injury | 10,551 |
| 10 | Hypertensive heart disease | 9,379 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Myanmar?
The leading cause of death in Myanmar is Stroke, approximately 61,258 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Myanmar?
The top three causes of death in Myanmar are Stroke, Ischaemic heart disease, and Tuberculosis.
How many people die from Stroke in Myanmar each year?
Approximately 61,258 people die from Stroke in Myanmar each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.