Disease and disparity in China: a view from stroke and MI disease.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The actual distribution of stroke and myocardial infarction (MI) associated with social economic status (SES) among the Chinese population is unclear. We aim to understand the development of disparity in stroke and myocardial infarction (MI) across different income groups in Chinese population.

Methods

Data about stroke and MI disease, income, gender, and areas were obtained from China Chronic Disease and Risk Factor (CCDRF) Survey in 2007, 2010, and 2013. Respondents were categorized into different income groups according to their income rank, disease rate was calculated in each group, and difference in disparities between genders, health behaviors, and areas were further identified. Association of disease prevalence rate and income was verified by logistic regre

SUBMITTER: Yao Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6558805 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature