High mortality rates in a country can be caused by a combination of factors, including:
Infectious diseases: Epidemics of diseases such as malaria, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and other infectious diseases can significantly increase the mortality rate.
Poor health conditions: Limited access to healthcare services, lack of medications, inadequate infrastructure, and insufficient healthcare professionals contribute to high mortality rates.
Hunger and malnutrition: The lack of adequate food and malnutrition, especially among children and the elderly, increase vulnerability to diseases and premature death.
Armed conflicts and violence: Wars, civil conflicts, and widespread violence result in direct deaths and the collapse of essential services, increasing mortality.
Inadequate sanitation: Lack of access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene leads to diseases that can be fatal, such as diarrhea and infections.
Natural disasters: Earthquakes, floods, droughts, and other natural disasters can cause a large number of deaths, especially in countries with fragile infrastructure.
Extreme poverty: In countries where a large part of the population lives in extreme poverty, the lack of resources for basic needs such as food, healthcare, and housing contributes to higher mortality.
High birth rate without adequate care: In places with a high birth rate but without adequate maternal and child health services, maternal and infant deaths can be common.
Population age: In countries with an aging population, mortality rates may be higher due to the increased incidence of chronic diseases and age-related conditions.
Low education level and lack of awareness: The lack of education about health and disease prevention can lead to risky behaviors that increase mortality.
