"Disease mortality" refers to the number of deaths caused by a specific disease. It measures how deadly or fatal a disease is by looking at the number of people who die from it. Full definition
These findings were strongest for cancer, respiratory, and kidney disease mortality. (ehp.niehs.nih.gov)
Overall, the researchers found no protective benefit for overall mortality, heart disease mortality, sudden cardiac death, heart attack, or stroke. (nutritionfacts.org)
Importantly the analysis also looked at the association of the ratio between sodium and potassium intake and the risks for cardiovascular disease mortality. (nourishholisticnutrition.com)