All articles tagged with #mortality rates
A study by Harvard Medical School found that U.S. surgeons have a cancer mortality rate more than twice that of nonsurgeon physicians, possibly due to work-related factors, despite having lower overall death rates than other workers. The research suggests that specific workplace risks in surgery may contribute to higher cancer deaths among surgeons.
A recent study published in JAMA reveals that the health of U.S. children has significantly declined since 2007, with increases in chronic conditions like obesity, depression, and autism, and a rise in mortality rates driven by factors such as gun violence and accidents, partly due to lack of universal healthcare and recent policy cuts.
A study led by Charles Sturt University projects a significant rise in global cancer cases and deaths by 2050, with disparities widening between low and very high Human Development Index (HDI) countries. Cancer cases are expected to increase by 76.6% and deaths by 89.7%, with low HDI countries seeing the most dramatic rise. The study highlights the need for improved healthcare access and quality to address these disparities and improve cancer outcomes.
A national study reveals that incarcerated people died almost three and a half times more frequently than the free population at the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, with over 6,000 deaths reported. Despite a reduction in prison admissions, few releases were made, and older prisoners were particularly vulnerable. While some states took aggressive measures to mitigate the virus, others were less proactive. The federal government has not publicly released official statistics on deaths in correctional facilities, raising concerns about accountability and preparedness for future crises.
A new study by the Lancet reveals that global life expectancy increased by 6.2 years between 1990 and 2021, driven by reductions in deaths from various diseases, but the Covid-19 pandemic caused a net reduction of 1.6 years in life expectancy between 2019 and 2021. Ischemic heart disease remained the leading cause of death, with Covid-19 becoming the second-leading cause. The pandemic had varying impacts on different regions, with Southeast Asia, East Asia, and Oceania seeing the greatest net gain in life expectancy, while Latin America and the Caribbean experienced the largest decline. The study highlights both progress and setbacks in global health, emphasizing the significant impact of the pandemic on life expectancy worldwide.
A study published in The Lancet reveals that the COVID-19 pandemic led to a global decrease in average life expectancy by 1.6 years between 2019 and 2021, with significant mortality increases among older individuals. Despite the pandemic's devastating impact, child mortality continued to decline, albeit at a slower pace, with stark regional differences. The study also highlights unprecedented population trends, including declining global population growth and aging populations, posing significant social, economic, and political challenges for the future.
A new study suggests that midlife mortality rates in the U.S. have worsened significantly compared to other high-income countries, with declines in mortality rates being slower and even reversing in recent years. Higher mortality rates in the U.S. were driven by causes such as transport accidents, homicide, suicide, and drug overdoses. The study also highlighted a stark health disadvantage among younger U.S. females, and similar declines were observed in the U.K. The researchers emphasized the importance of understanding the causes of these rising mortalities to target these health effects.
A recent study found that the mortality rate for homeless individuals in the US has more than tripled between 2011 and 2020, with overdoses being a major cause of death. Other contributing factors include lack of access to preventative medical care, exposure to harsh weather, and an aging homeless population. The study highlights the urgent need for state and local efforts to combat the crisis, as being homeless has become significantly more deadly. Researchers emphasize the importance of providing housing as a means to prevent these deaths and improve the health outcomes of homeless individuals.
A recent study found that the mortality rate for homeless individuals in California more than tripled between 2011 and 2020, with overdoses being a major cause of death. Other contributing factors include lack of access to preventative medical care, exposure to extreme weather, and an aging homeless population. The study highlights the urgent need for state and local efforts to combat the crisis, emphasizing the potential to prevent many of these deaths by providing housing for homeless individuals.
A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association reveals that renters facing eviction during the first two years of the COVID-19 pandemic experienced a 106% higher mortality rate than expected, emphasizing the fatal consequences of housing insecurity. The research, which analyzed 282,000 renters, highlights the critical link between housing stability and public health, with the lead author emphasizing that the ongoing housing affordability crisis poses a significant threat despite the easing of COVID-19.
A global study of over 190 countries shows that the life expectancy gap between men and women is narrowing, with males' life spans increasing at a faster rate than females'. The average life expectancy for females is predicted to be 86.54 years old in 2030, while for males it is expected to be 83.13 years old. However, in the United States, the gap appears to be widening. The study also identified significant improvements in mortality indicators in a convergence club primarily including African countries, likely reflecting progress in addressing the HIV crisis and conflicts on the continent.
Mississippi, Alabama, Hawaii, and Tennessee have the highest average death rates due to influenza and pneumonia, according to CDC data from 2017 to 2021. These states had mortality rates above 18 per 100,000 people, with Mississippi having the highest average of 23.36 deaths per 100,000. Poverty rates in Mississippi have been linked to higher mortality. Concerns about pneumonia caused by respiratory illnesses like influenza have risen due to an outbreak of pediatric pneumonia cases in Ohio and an increase in Massachusetts. The CDC has reported eight pediatric deaths associated with influenza this season, though it is unclear how many were due to pneumonia.
A study published in Science Advances has revealed a shocking 77% increase in mortality rates within US prisons during 2020, which is more than three times the rise observed in the general population. The study, based on data from 49 states and federal departments of corrections, highlights the disproportionate impact of the COVID-19 crisis on incarcerated individuals. It also exposes systemic failures, including reduced transparency and recording of causes of death, raising concerns about human rights violations and mental health challenges within prisons.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported a 24% decline in cancer mortality rates among young people in the United States over the past two decades. The decline was most pronounced among younger age groups, with a 16% decrease for children ages 4 and younger and a 21% decrease for children ages 5 to 9 between 2011 and 2021. Females saw a steeper decline in cancer mortality than males, with a 30% decrease compared to 19%. However, there was a small increase in mortality rates between 2019 and 2020, likely due to delays in screenings and treatment caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The life expectancy gap between men and women in the United States has widened significantly during the Covid-19 pandemic, with women now expected to live nearly six years longer than men. Overall life expectancy in the US has fallen by more than two and a half years since the start of the pandemic. Differences in mortality rates from Covid-19 and drug overdoses have been major factors contributing to the widening gender gap. Other factors include higher mortality rates among men for unintentional injuries, diabetes, suicide, homicide, and heart disease. The study also highlighted the twin crises of deaths from despair and firearm violence.