Errors On Death Certificates May Be Skewing Mortality Data
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Standardizing Death: Reporting Challenges
This chapter explores the complexities of standardized death certificate reporting in the U.S., highlighting the potential discrepancies that arise from variations in practice. It specifically examines issues surrounding maternal mortality statistics and the misreporting seen during the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, the chapter addresses the challenges of accurately certifying causes of death, particularly in cases of gun violence, revealing the subjective nature of classifications and the impact on mortality data accuracy.
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