Number of deaths in Slovakia today so far:
137
A person dies approximately every 559.46 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 56,369
Number of deaths per day: 154
Number of deaths per hour: 6
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 Slovakia according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 18,875 |
| 2 | COVID-19 | 18,516 |
| 3 | Stroke | 4,978 |
| 4 | Lower respiratory infections | 2,102 |
| 5 | Colon and rectum cancers | 2,082 |
| 6 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 2,082 |
| 7 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 1,935 |
| 8 | Breast cancer | 1,130 |
| 9 | Kidney diseases | 1,028 |
| 10 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 947 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Slovakia?
The leading cause of death in Slovakia is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 18,875 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Slovakia?
The top three causes of death in Slovakia are Ischaemic heart disease, COVID-19, and Stroke.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Slovakia each year?
Approximately 18,875 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Slovakia each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.