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Actual Causes of Death in the United States
JAMA · 1993 · Vol. 270(18) · pp. 2207–2207
J. Michael McGinnis✉(United States Department of Health and Human Services)
Abstract
Approximately half of all deaths that occurred in 1990 could be attributed to the factors identified. Although no attempt was made to further quantify the impact of these factors on morbidity and quality of life, the public health burden they impose is considerable and offers guidance for shaping health policy priorities.
Food Security and Health in Diverse PopulationsPublic Health Policies and EducationHealth disparities and outcomesMedicineSocioeconomic statusMEDLINEDemographyEnvironmental healthPopulation
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Accidents, TrafficAlcohol DrinkingCause of DeathCommunicable DiseasesData CollectionDietEnvironmental PollutantsFirearmsHumansMortalityPhysical FitnessSexual BehaviorSmokingUnited StatesSubstance-Related Disorders
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