Stable death rates refer to a situation where the number of deaths remains relatively constant within a population over time. This can occur due to improved healthcare systems, access to clean water and sanitation facilities, and overall better living conditions.
Related terms
Infant mortality rate: The number of deaths among infants under one year old per 1,000 live births.
Life expectancy: The average age that individuals are expected to live up to in a given population.
Epidemiological transition: A theory that links shifts in age-specific causes of death with changes in overall mortality patterns over time.