Number of deaths in Poland today so far:
276
A person dies approximately every 75.70 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 416,618
Number of deaths per day: 1,141
Number of deaths per hour: 48
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 Poland according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 122,011 |
| 2 | COVID-19 | 99,593 |
| 3 | Stroke | 35,086 |
| 4 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 22,495 |
| 5 | Lower respiratory infections | 20,048 |
| 6 | Colon and rectum cancers | 13,412 |
| 7 | Hypertensive heart disease | 11,990 |
| 8 | Diabetes mellitus | 10,876 |
| 9 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 9,874 |
| 10 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 9,477 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Poland?
The leading cause of death in Poland is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 122,011 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Poland?
The top three causes of death in Poland are Ischaemic heart disease, COVID-19, and Stroke.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Poland each year?
Approximately 122,011 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Poland each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.