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Delhi Deaths Rise: Respiratory Illnesses Surge in 2024
15 Jan
Summary
- Respiratory disease deaths in Delhi increased to 9,211 in 2024.
- Circulatory diseases emerged as the top cause of death in 2024.
- Delhi's Infant Mortality Rate saw a slight improvement in 2024.
Respiratory disease fatalities in Delhi saw an increase in 2024, with 9,211 deaths recorded compared to 8,801 in 2023. This upward trend highlights growing concerns over breathing-related ailments in the national capital. Common diseases in this category include asthma, pneumonia, lung cancer, and tuberculosis.
Circulatory diseases, such as heart failure and stroke, emerged as the primary cause of death in 2024, accounting for 21,262 fatalities. This represents a significant rise from 15,714 in 2023. Infectious and parasitic diseases, while still a major concern, saw a decrease in recorded deaths.
Overall mortality in Delhi rose to 1,39,480 in 2024. The city experienced a slight improvement in its Infant Mortality Rate, dropping to 22.4 per 1000 live births. The total number of live births also declined compared to the previous year.
