Heart Disease Statistics in Nevada

In this article, we provide an in-depth analysis of heart disease statistics in Nevada focusing on death rates, demographics, hypertension, and cholesterol. 

Our goal is to provide updated information to help individuals, researchers, and policymakers make informed decisions and raise awareness about heart disease in Nevada.

Death Rate Due to Heart Disease in Nevada

In 2021, 21,211 people in Nevada died of heart disease.

Death Rate per 100,000 Population

• 205 in 100,000 people in Nevada died of heart disease in 2020

Death Rate from 2015-2021

Michigan's death rate due to heart disease has decreased from 174.1 in 2014 to 157.1 in 2019, but has slightly increased to 160.1 in 2021.

Demographics of Heart Disease Deaths in Nevada

• In Nevada, men are more likely to die of heart disease than women.
• 258.8 in every 100,000 people in Nevada who died from heart disease in 2020 were men.
• In the same year, 161.1 in 100,000 people in Nevada who died due to heart disease were women.
• The number of male deaths due to heart disease per 100,000 people in Michigan is higher than the number of female deaths.

Heart Disease Deaths by Ethnicity

The data shows that there are significant disparities in heart disease deaths among different ethnic groups in Michigan. Black individuals have the highest rate of heart disease deaths, followed by white individuals, while asian or pacific island individuals have the lowest rate.

Cardiovascular Disease Rates in Nevada

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is an umbrella term for various conditions that may affect your heart and/or blood vessels.

• 8.00% of adults in Nevada were diagnosed with cardiovascular disease in 2021.

Adults Diagnosed with Cardiovascular Disease by Sex

• 10.10% of Nevada men said their doctor told them they had cardiovascular disease in 2021.
• 6.20% of Nevada women report being told by their doctor they had cardiovascular disease in the same year.

Hypertension Rates in Nevada

Hypertension is a condition in which your blood pressure is consistently elevated and measures about 140/90 mmHg or higher.

High blood pressure forces blood against your artery walls. It increases your risk for cardiovascular disease.

Adults Diagnosed with Hypertension

• 39.60% of all adults in Nevada were diagnosed with high blood pressure or hypertension in 2021.

High Cholesterol Rates in Nevada

High cholesterol or hypercholesterolemia is when your total cholesterol and/or low-density lipoproteins (LDL) levels are too high.

It can cause fat buildup within your arteries, which limits blood flow to the heart and puts you at risk for cardiovascular disease.

Adults Diagnosed with High Cholesterol

• 39.50% of all adults in Nevada were diagnosed with elevated cholesterol levels or hypercholesterolemia.

Cholesterol Check in the Past 5 Years

• 91.00% of Nevada adults have taken a cholesterol test in the last five years.

Conclusion

As heart disease remains a leading cause of death in Nevada and across the nation, being aware of the statistics and trends can help in making informed decisions about healthcare, lifestyle, and prevention strategies.

By understanding the current state of heart disease, we can work together to reduce its impact on individuals, families, and communities in Nevada.