Socioeconomic inequalities in mortality among Italian and immigrant residents: A longitudinal population-based study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A socioeconomic mortality gradient, favourable to the most advantaged social groups, has been documented in high migratory pressure (HMPCs) and highly developed countries, including Italy. However, little is known about how this association differs between natives and immigrants. This study aimed to evaluate the association between education level, occupational class and mortality among Italian and immigrant residents.

Methods

Using a longitudinal design, the 2011 Italian Census population was followed up to 2019. All-cause mortality was retrieved by record linkage with the Causes of Death register. The association between education/occupational class and mortality was evaluated in subjects aged 30-64, separately by sex, citizenship/macro area of origin. Mortality

SUBMITTER: Ventura M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11930168 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature