Examining Factors Contributing to Mortality in Saudi Arabia: Proposing Effective Healthcare Management Approaches: A Descriptive Study

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Abstract Background Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are a leading cause of death worldwide, and their prevalence is increasing in Saudi Arabia due to unhealthy lifestyles and longer life expectancy. This research aims to investigate the primary causes of mortality in Saudi Arabia and develop healthcare management strategies to improve mortality outcomes, reduce preventable deaths, and enhance the delivery of healthcare services. Methods Secondary quantitative data from local statistics perdu GASTAT and WHO is utilized to analyze mortality rates and non-communicable diseases in Saudi Arabia from 2017 to 2021. The study includes the entire Saudi Arabian population, and statistical analysis is performed using IBM SPSS Statistics version 27 and Microsoft Excel. Results The analysis of mortality rates in Saudi Arabia over five years reveals non-communicable diseases as the primary contributors to increased mortality. Variations in mortality rates are observed between adult females and males, with standard deviations (SD) of 3.69 for females and 3.53 for males. Ischemic Heart Disease demonstrates a higher mean mortality rate among males (133.25) compared to females (87.84), followed by Stroke, Neoplasms, Kidney diseases, and Diabetes Mellitus. The regression model highlights the significant impact of different causes of death on mortality rates, offering a robust framework for predicting these rates (p < 0.001). Conclusion To effectively address the leading causes of mortality, Saudi Arabia requires comprehensive policy measures to manage healthcare. These measures include public health campaigns, wellness programs, early detection initiatives, government investment in medical research, regulatory measures, and policies promoting healthy lifestyles.