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Max Roser
Our World in DataMax Roser · Founder, Our World in Data@OurWorldInData · Oct 20, 2026 · Line chart

HIV/AIDS death share

Our World in Data's line chart drew 8K views on X: 0.3x its typical post and #146 of 150 Our World in Data charts we track by views. Read Oct 22, 2026.

At the peak of the HIV epidemic, AIDS caused more than half of all deaths in some countries.

Posted on X by @OurWorldInData (Our World in Data), Oct 20, 2026. Source: x.com

Why it spread

It spread because the post explains itself and comes from a big source, reaching 8,026 views with 60 likes, 12 reposts, 1 quote and 6 saves.

What worked

  • The post explains itself, so readers grasp the point without extra context.
  • The chart is highly self labelling, with a source line shown and branding present.
  • The account is a big source in the top quarter of source reach, which helped the post travel.

What to borrow

Use a clear line chart that labels itself and states the takeaway in the post text, and always show a source line so readers can trust and share it.

Careful

Do not over read the engagement: the quote rate is below average, and the post has no comment or points data, so treat the spread as reach driven rather than debate driven.

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How far did Our World in Data's "HIV/AIDS death share" chart travel?

8,026 views, 60 likes, 12 reposts and 6 saves on X, read Oct 22, 2026. A normal post from @OurWorldInData gets about 27.3K views.

What kind of chart is it?

A line chart. AIDS caused over half of deaths in some countries at epidemic peak.

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