Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics - 2024 Update

Published: January 24, 2024

  • The American Heart Association, in conjunction with the National Institutes of Health, annually reports the most up-to-date statistics related to heart disease, stroke, and cardiovascular risk factors, including core health behaviors (smoking, physical activity, diet, and weight) and health factors (cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose control) that contribute to cardiovascular health.
  • The Statistical Update presents the latest data on a range of major clinical heart and circulatory disease conditions (including stroke, congenital heart disease, rhythm disorders, subclinical atherosclerosis, coronary heart disease, heart failure, valvular disease, venous disease, and peripheral artery disease) and the associated outcomes (including quality of care, procedures, and economic costs).
  • The Statistical Update represents a critical resource for the lay public, policymakers, media professionals, clinicians, health care administrators, researchers, health advocates, and others seeking the best available data on these factors and conditions.

2024 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Update: A Report of US and Global Data From the AHA

Writing Group Chair Seth Martin, MD, MHS, FAHA and Vice Chair Latha Palaniappan, MD, MS summarize what's new and discuss a few key highlights from this year's update.