Stroke Statistics and Maps

Stroke is a leading cause of death in the United States, killing more than 147,000 Americans in 2018.1
Public health officials and other health professionals can find up-to-date facts, statistics, maps, and other information related to stroke in these reports and resources:
- Stroke facts
- Stroke maps and data sources
- Stroke statistical reports for health professionals
- Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Reports (MMWRs) about stroke
Reference
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Underlying Cause of Death, 1999–2018. CDC WONDER Online Database. Atlanta, GA: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; 2018. Accessed March 12, 2020.
Page last reviewed: September 8, 2020