Modes of Statement of Cause of Death and Duration of Illness Upon Certificates of Death (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

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9781332270873: Modes of Statement of Cause of Death and Duration of Illness Upon Certificates of Death (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Understand how death certificates capture causes and the duration of illness, and why uniform forms matter. This concise work compares current forms used in the United States with those from other nations and offers practical suggestions to improve clarity and consistency on death certificates.


Designed for professionals who handle vital statistics, this material explains the structure of standard and modified certificates, discusses terminology, and outlines how to achieve uniform reporting. It blends historical context with concrete recommendations to help registrars, health officers, and policymakers improve data quality and comparability.



  • Learn the differences between primary, secondary, and contributory causes on death certificates.

  • See how the organization of forms affects the reporting of deaths from disease and from violence.

  • Explore examples of forms used in the United States and select foreign countries, plus suggested modifications for consistency.

  • Review definitions of important terms and how they apply to real-world mortality data.


Ideal for readers involved in vital statistics, public health administration, and medical research who need a clear, historically grounded look at death-certificate practice.

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ISBN 10 :  0265404193 ISBN 13 :  9780265404195
Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018
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