Two-thirds of 15,400 extra Australian deaths in 2022 caused by Covid, study finds
by Australian Associated Press from on (#66N8Q)
Total excess' mortality to August covers coronavirus deaths plus those linked to pandemic factors such as health systems being overwhelmed
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Comprehensive analysis of the impact of Covid-19 on mortality rates has found there were 15,400 excess deaths" across Australia in the first eight months of 2022, or 13% more than predicted.
The excess deaths measure captures not only confirmed Covid deaths but also those incorrectly diagnosed and reported, and those from other causes attributable to the crisis such as health systems being overwhelmed, resources being diverted or fewer people seeking treatment.
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