Excerpt from Vital Statistics Explained: Some Practical Suggestions
Keep their eye on the death rate. He shows how this should be standardised to permit of just comparisons being made, and he then proceeds to analyse it as regards age and the several causes of death, distinguishing the preventable from the rest, and showing how potent.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an in-depth overview of vital statistics, outlining their collection, tabulation, and interpretation. Initially used for taxation and military purposes, the author traces the evolution of their recording for statistical and health applications across various countries and discusses how they've become indispensable for understanding population trends, disease patterns, and improving public health. The author highlights significant changes in census methods and data analysis, focusing on the advancements made in the 12th Census of Great Britain. By comparing data from England, France, and Germany, the book uncovers significant differences in birth and death rates between these countries, demonstrating the value of vital statistics in international comparisons. The author also explores how these rates can be used to assess the effectiveness of sanitary reforms and public health initiatives, ultimately emphasizing the role of vital statistics in shaping our understanding of population dynamics and informing critical decision-making for societal well-being. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780265684887_0
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