Leukemia epidemiology and burden of disease in South Africa: 2015–2019

This study provides up-to-date incidence and mortality data, expressing the burden of leukemia in South Africa. The age-standardized mortality and DALY rates showed favorable patterns over the study period. However, the incidence rates showed an increase, which may reflect the progressive aging and growth of the population. These findings highlight the need for sustained efforts to improve leukemia detection, treatment access, and healthcare quality in South Africa.