Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) 259d ago

Causes of death are shifting from infectious to non-communicable diseases, creating new global health challenges, particularly for low-income countries. COVID-19, the leading cause of death in 2021, dropped to 20th place in 2023. Ischemic heart disease and stroke ranked first and second in 2023, followed by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lower respiratory infections, and neonatal disorders. The Global Burden of Disease 2023 study was officially released on October 12, 2025 alongside three capstones published in The Lancet: new findings on global demographics, causes of death, and the burden of diseases, injuries, and risk factors. IHME Director Dr. Chris Murray presents the results from the capstone focused on major causes of death. An independent population health research organization based at the University of Washington School of Medicine, the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) works with collaborators around the world to develop timely, relevant, and scientifically valid evidence that illuminates the state of health everywhere. https://www.healthdata.org/ Where to follow us: • https://www.linkedin.com/company/institute-for-health-metrics-and-evaluation • https://twitter.com/IHME_UW • https://www.facebook.com/IHMEUW