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23 June 2022
Provisional Mortality Statistics
In 2022, 44,331 deaths occurred by 31 March and were registered by 31 May, which is 6,609 (17.5%) more than the historical average.
In March there were 14,343 deaths, 1,254 (9.6%) above the historical average.
The SDR in March was 41.0 per 100,000, compared to an average of 41.2 for the same month historically.
Deaths due to COVID-19 increased to 625 in April after a decrease in March (see article).
Reference period
Jan - Mar 2022
Released
06 April 2022
Causes of Death, Australia
COVID-19 was the 38th leading cause of death (898 deaths).
In 2020 there was a decrease in mortality in Australia.
The five leading causes decreased, with a significant reduction in respiratory diseases.
Rates from suicide, drug overdoses and car crashes decreased.
Alcohol-induced death rates increased by 8.3%.
Reference period
2020
Released
24 June 2020
Causes of Death, Australia: Doctor Certified Deaths, Summary Tables
Statistics on doctor certified death registrations
Reference period
2019
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