HRS 1017 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: 2000 United States Census, Genetic Predisposition, Relate

• School: Pitt
• Department: Health and Rehabilitation Scs
• Course: HRS 1017
• Professor: Thomas Songer

Document Summary

Three essential characteristics of disease that we look for in descriptive studies are. Perhaps the most important factor to consider when describing occurrence of disease or illness. Age-specific disease rates usually show greater variation than rates defined by almost any other personal attribute. Epidemiologic studies have shown sex differences in a wide scope of health phenomena including morbidity and mortality. All cause age-specific mortality rates higher among males. Differences in cancer rates, e. g. , cancers of the genital. Census 2000 allowed respondents to check a multiracial category. Urban and rural sections of the united states show variations in morbidity and mortality related to environmental and lifestyle issues. Urban example: elevated occurrence of lead poisoning among children who live in older buildings. Rural example: pesticide exposure and farming injuries among agricultural workers. Differences in the occurrence of diseases and adverse health conditions in the population.