Heart Disease Statistics in North Dakota

In this article, we provide an in-depth analysis of heart disease statistics in North Dakota 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 North Dakota.

Death Rate Due to Heart Disease in North Dakota

In 2021, 5,318 people in North Dakota died of heart disease.

Death Rate per 100,000 Population

• 201.3 in 100,000 people in North Dakota died of heart disease in 2020

Death Rate from 2015-2021

Nevada's death rate due to heart disease has steadily decreased from 164.5 in 2014 to 143.2 in 2021.

Demographics of Heart Disease Deaths in North Dakota

• In North Dakota, men are more likely to die of heart disease than women.
• 255 in every 100,000 people in North Dakota who died from heart disease in 2020 were men.
• In the same year, 152.5 in 100,000 people in North Dakota who died due to heart disease were women.
• The number of male deaths due to heart disease per 100,000 people in Nevada is higher than the number of female deaths.

Heart Disease Deaths by Ethnicity

The data shows that heart disease is a significant health concern for all ethnicities in Nevada, with the highest rates among black and white populations. The lower rates among Hispanic, Asian/Pacific Islander, and American Indian/Alaska Native populations suggest that there may be cultural or genetic factors at play.

Cardiovascular Disease Rates in North Dakota

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

• 7.40% of adults in North Dakota were diagnosed with cardiovascular disease in 2021.

Adults Diagnosed with Cardiovascular Disease by Sex

• 9.10% of North Dakota men said their doctor told them they had cardiovascular disease in 2021.
• 5.90% of North Dakota women report being told by their doctor they had cardiovascular disease in the same year.

Hypertension Rates in North Dakota

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

• 38.00% of all adults in North Dakota were diagnosed with high blood pressure or hypertension in 2021.

High Cholesterol Rates in North Dakota

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

• 40.20% of all adults in North Dakota were diagnosed with elevated cholesterol levels or hypercholesterolemia.

Cholesterol Check in the Past 5 Years

• 88.00% of North Dakota adults have taken a cholesterol test in the last five years.

Conclusion

As heart disease remains a leading cause of death in North Dakota 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 North Dakota.