Causes of death among international travellers in Peru, 2017 to 2021.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The wellbeing and safety of international tourists is a paramount concern for governments and stakeholders. Mortality among travellers and the causes of death serve as a significant metric of destination safety. We describe the epidemiology and causes of death among international travellers in Peru.

Methods

Data retrieved from the Peruvian government's deaths certificates registry included all non-residents who died between January 2017 and December 2021. We analysed the national incidence and causes of death among international travellers in Peru. Causes of death were classified into non-communicable diseases (NCD), communicable diseases and injuries. We classified fatalities according to the existence of preventive measures that could be provided during the trav

SUBMITTER: Allel K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10823482 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature