The age-specific mortality rate is defined as the number of deaths occurring in a specific age group per unit of population in that age group, typically expressed per 1,000 or 100,000 individuals. The formula for ASMR is:
ASMR = (Number of deaths in a specific age group / Population of that age group) x 1,000 or 100,000
This statistic helps in comparing the mortality risk across different age groups within a population, highlighting the age groups that are at higher risk and may require targeted health interventions.
