MUMBAI, India — A new report analyzing medical certifications for causes of death in 2021 has been released, shedding light on vital health trends across various demographics. By categorizing deaths according to age, sex, and geographical area, this comprehensive study aims to enhance the understanding of health issues affecting populations. This analysis is crucial for … Read more
In a recent technological glitch that caught developers off guard, an unexpected system error resulted in the failure of a major web application, causing disruptions and raising concerns about data handling and software stability. The error, identified as a ‘System.IndexOutOfRangeException,’ signifies issues within the database accessing protocols, where the system attempted to retrieve data that … Read more
Geneva, Switzerland – Five years after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, experts continue to grapple with the elusive task of accurately counting the global death toll. While the World Health Organization and various health agencies have provided ongoing tallies, these figures are increasingly questioned by researchers due to inconsistencies and gaps in data collection. … Read more
TEMPE, Ariz. — Arizona State University has launched a new comprehensive online resource that amalgamates extensive data on violent deaths across the state. The Arizona Violent Death Reporting System (AZ-VDRS) Dashboard, developed by the university’s Center for Violence Prevention and Community Safety (CVPCS), offers a single access point for data on homicides, suicides, deaths involving … Read more
Kochi, India — Kerala has recorded the highest number of deaths due to communicable diseases in India, surpassing even more populous states like Maharashtra, according to recent government data. From January 2021 to December 3, 2024, Kerala, with a population of approximately 33.4 million, reported 332 fatalities linked to contagious ailments. This number is starkly … Read more
Atlanta, GA — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released the first set of national estimates for the current season documenting the burden of respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19 and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), on the U.S. healthcare system. These insights come at a crucial time as the nation grapples with fluctuating cases … Read more
Sacramento, Calif. — In a new move to enhance transparency regarding public health issues, Sacramento County’s coroner’s office has begun to release data on homeless deaths, highlighting a rising crisis within the region. This step throws into stark relief the unaddressed issues faced by the homeless population including rampant drug addiction and insufficient response to … Read more
Sacramento, Calif. — The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office has recently initiated publicizing data concerning the mortalities among the homeless population, revealing a harrowing trend largely linked to severe drug addiction. Over a span of five years, from January 2019 to December 2024, the reports showed that 1,243 homeless individuals succumbed to various causes in the … Read more
Sacramento, CA – In a recent move aimed at increasing transparency regarding the fatalities among the homeless population, Sacramento County officials have begun publishing data on deaths within this demographic. The reports spotlight a disturbing trend dominated by drug-related deaths and violent incidents, raising significant concerns about public health and safety interventions. Over a five-year … Read more
Warwick, R.I. — A Rhode Island man has been arrested in connection with the abduction and murder of a woman who vanished over two years ago after forensic evidence linked him to her remains. Mark Perkins, 64, was taken into custody Wednesday as he faces charges for the murder of 44-year-old Charlotte Lester. Lester was … Read more