Closing the evidence gap in the economic and social benefits of CRVS systems : a systematic review
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2021
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Centre of Excellence for Civil Registration and Vital Statistics Systems
Abstract
A strong civil registration and vital statistics (CRVS) system produces up-to-date demographic and health indicators, providing information to assess changes in population dynamics, inequities in service delivery, or access to medical and healthcare programs. The research assessed effects of registering births; evaluated the impact of marriage registration; and measured the benefits of documenting vital statistics. Findings from the review of literature are covered in the article, highlighting: Improved health outcomes; Access to social protection services; Positive impact on economic outcomes for individuals and governments; Benefits of marriage registration and certification. This review strengthens the idea of systemic approaches to reinforcing CRVS systems.
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CIVIL REGISTRATION AND VITAL STATISTICS, CRVS, VITAL STATISTICS, DATA COLLECTION, LITERATURE REVIEW, DEMOGRAPHICS, GOVERNANCE, BIRTH REGISTRATION, DEATHS, DATABASES, ACCESS TO HEALTH SERVICES, HEALTH POLICY, LEGAL IDENTITY, CIVIL AND POLITICAL RIGHTS, DIGITIZATION, GLOBAL SOUTH