Increased mortality refers to a higher number of deaths within a specific population or group, often compared to a previous time period or another reference group. It indicates a rise or an elevated level of death rates. Increased mortality can result from various factors, including diseases, accidents, natural disasters, or other adverse events that lead to a higher death toll. It can also be used to describe a higher mortality rate for a specific cause or condition within a population. Overall, increased mortality implies a significant increase in the number of deaths occurring within a given time and population.
