Deaths in Japan's aging society track ahead of estimates, creating pressures
TOKYO -- The number of deaths in Japan is running higher than official projections, a trend that is stretching the medical services sector, along with end-of-life service providers such as crematoriums.
Medical care, end-of-life services struggle to keep up with demand
Deaths are increasing faster than expected because gains in life expectancy have stalled since the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Akira Kodaka)
TOKYO -- The number of deaths in Japan is running higher than official projections, a trend that is stretching the medical services sector, along with end-of-life service providers such as crematoriums.
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