To improve mortality data, efforts should focus on:
- Standardizing Data Collection: Implementing standardized protocols for reporting and classifying deaths can enhance data consistency and comparability. - Training Healthcare Providers: Providing training for healthcare providers on accurate cause-of-death reporting can reduce misclassification errors. - Leveraging Technology: Using electronic health records and other digital tools can improve the timeliness and accuracy of mortality data collection. - Strengthening Vital Registration Systems: Investing in robust vital registration systems ensures that all deaths are recorded and reported accurately.
