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Delhi's Grim Toll: 10,500+ Die of Septicaemia in 2024
5 Feb
Summary
- Septicaemia caused over 10,500 deaths in Delhi during 2024.
- Heart ailments and circulatory diseases were the second-leading cause of death.
- Men accounted for a disproportionate 62% of deaths from top causes.
In 2024, the city of Delhi witnessed a staggering toll, with over 10,500 individuals succumbing to septicaemia. This severe bloodstream infection emerged as the primary cause of medically certified institutional deaths due to diseases, accounting for 11.63% of such mortalities.
Heart and circulatory conditions remained significant causes of mortality, resulting in 9,146 deaths. Hypertension and cerebrovascular diseases also contributed substantially, with 4,093 and 2,408 fatalities, respectively. These deaths are frequently linked to poor lifestyle choices, including inadequate blood pressure control, diabetes, and sedentary habits.
The data revealed a pronounced gender divide, with men comprising nearly 62% of deaths among the top 24 causes. This trend was particularly evident in liver diseases, where men accounted for over 80% of the 3,827 deaths, often linked to alcohol addiction and delayed treatment.
Infant mortality also presented a critical concern, with septicaemia alone causing 1,210 deaths. Pneumonia and birth asphyxia were other significant factors. Health officials emphasize the need for early detection, infection prevention, lifestyle reset, and enhanced maternal and neonatal care to combat these preventable fatalities.
