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Term: Determination of Mortality

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Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2007-09-26

Definition:

Causes of death were determined from provincial vital statistics that use death certificates (also known as the Medical Certificate of Death). The "main cause of death" is used in rate calculations. Only one "cause" can be given, even with persons with multiple health problems. In some cases it is difficult to know the cause of death precisely.

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References 

  • Cohen MM, MacWilliam L. Measuring the health of the population. Med Care 1995;33(12 Suppl):DS21-DS42. [Abstract] (View)
  • Cohen MM, MacWilliam L. Population Health: Health Status Indicators. Volume I: Key Findings. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy & Evaluation, 1994. [Report] (View)
  • Frohlich N, Markesteyn T, Roos NP, Carriere KC, Black C, De Coster C, Burchill CA, MacWilliam L. A Report on the Health Status, Socio-Economic Risk and Health Care Use of the Manitoba Population, 1992-93 and Overview of the 1990-91 to 1992-93 Findings. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy and Evaluation, 1994. [Report] [Summary] (View)


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