Asthma deaths hit decade high and dementia tops 10% of Australian deaths in 2025
Briefing by News4U · First published
New ABS data show 484 asthma deaths and 19,019 dementia deaths in 2025, both record figures.
The Guardian reports that 484 Australians died from asthma in 2025, up from 478 in 2024, the highest number in a decade, while dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, caused 19,019 deaths and accounted for more than 10% of all deaths for the first time. [1]
Dementia has been the leading cause of death since 2024. Asthma Australia’s CEO said many deaths are preventable with better adherence to updated guidelines, and Dementia Australia called for more funding and reduced stigma. [1]
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- Asthma deaths reach decade-high levels and number of Australians dying of dementia grows
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