A Framework for Assessing Mortality and Morbidity After Large-Scale Disasters

A committee reviewed how mortality and significant morbidity are assessed and quantified following large-scale disasters (particularly those declared under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act). Practices and methods for data collection, recording, sharing, and use across state, local, tribal, and territorial stakeholders; best practices; and areas for future resource investment are covered in this report.