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Is dementia the 7th leading cause of death? The global and U.S. picture explained

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), dementia was the seventh leading cause of death globally in 2021, and its ranking is projected to climb even higher in the coming years. This significant public health issue affects over 55 million people worldwide, with nearly 10 million new cases diagnosed annually. While this statistic establishes dementia's serious impact, a closer look at regional and national data reveals crucial nuances in its mortality ranking.