The Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2019 Country Profile: Nepal

The Country Profile provides an overview of findings from the Global Burden of Disease (GBD). Data are based on over 80,000 different data sources used by researchers to produce the most scientifically rigorous estimates possible. Estimates from the GBD study may differ from national statistics due to differences in data sources and methodology.

Country Profile: Nepal

• 2019 population- 30.4M
• 2019 fertility rate- 2.1
• 2019 educational attainment (years)- 4.7

How well is this country or territory providing effective, essential health services?

UHC effective coverage index: The Universal Health Coverage (UHC) effective coverage index aims to represent service coverage across population health needs and how much these services could contribute to improved health.

• 1990- 29.3
• 2010- 44.9
• 2019- 47.3

What causes the most deaths? Top 10 causes of total number of deaths in 2019 (2019 ranking)

1. COPD
2. Ischemic heart disease
3. Stroke
4. Lower respiratory infect
5. Neonatal disorders
6. Cirrhosis
7. Tuberculosis
8. Asthma
9. Diarrhoeal diseases
10. Chronic Kidney diseases
    13. Self-harm

What risk factors drive the most death and disability combined? Top 10 risks contributing to total number of DALYs in 2019 (2019 ranking)

1. Malnutrition
2. Air
3. Tobacco
4. High blood pressure
5. Dietary risks
6. Occupational risks
7. High fasting plasma glucose
8. High fasting plasma glucose
9. Alcohol use
10. WaSH
    13. Non-optimal temperature