Summary

Nationally, in week 51 (December 16–22), mortality across all ages and causes remains within the usual range of fluctuation.

These observations should be interpreted with caution, as the data are not yet consolidated due to the usual delays in reporting. Their purpose is to describe trends in mortality without linking them to any current events.

According to data from electronic certification, 2,246 deaths were recorded in week 52 (December 23–29, 2019).