The COVID-19 pandemic was a global health crisis that caused a significant increase in the number of deaths worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there were over 14 million COVID-19-related deaths reported globally in 2021. However, it is estimated that the actual number of deaths from COVID-19 may be much higher, as many deaths went unreported.

In contrast, an estimated 811 million people were undernourished in 2021, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). This means that over 10% of the global population did not have enough food to eat. Of these, an estimated 702 million people were undernourished in developing countries.

While it is difficult to compare the death tolls from COVID-19 and starvation directly, it is clear that both have had a devastating impact on the world.

The real pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has been called the “real pandemic” by some because of its devastating impact on human health and the global economy. The virus has caused millions of deaths, overwhelmed healthcare systems, and disrupted businesses and livelihoods around the world.

The pandemic has also had a significant impact on social and political systems. It has exacerbated existing inequalities and led to increased social unrest in some countries.

How many people died of COVID-19 in 2021?

According to the WHO, there were over 14 million COVID-19-related deaths reported globally in 2021. However, it is estimated that the actual number of deaths from COVID-19 may be much higher, as many deaths went unreported.

A study published in the journal Nature Medicine in January 2023 estimated that the global death toll from COVID-19 could be as high as 18.2 million. The study found that the number of deaths reported to the WHO was likely an underestimate, as many countries do not have accurate death reporting systems.

How many people died of starvation in 2021?

An estimated 811 million people were undernourished in 2021, according to the FAO. This means that over 10% of the global population did not have enough food to eat. Of these, an estimated 702 million people were undernourished in developing countries.

It is difficult to estimate how many people died of starvation in 2021, as many deaths from starvation are not reported. However, a study published in the journal The Lancet in March 2021 estimated that over 11 million people died of starvation or malnutrition in 2020.

The study found that the number of deaths from starvation and malnutrition had been increasing since 2015. The authors of the study attributed the increase to a number of factors, including climate change, conflict, and economic inequality.

Conclusion

The COVID-19 pandemic and starvation are both major global problems that have had a devastating impact on millions of people. While it is difficult to compare the death tolls from the two directly, it is clear that both have had a significant impact on the world.

How to help

There are a number of ways that you can help to address the problems of COVID-19 and starvation. You can:

• Donate to organizations that are working to provide food and medical assistance to people in need.
• Volunteer your time to help organizations that are providing food and medical assistance.
• Advocate for policies that address the root causes of COVID-19 and starvation, such as poverty, inequality, and climate change.

By taking action, you can help to make a difference in the lives of people who are affected by these global problems.