Tuesday, September 1, 2009

The effect of economic recession on population health

Very interesting read on impact of recession on health especially if you take it as opportunity
 
Key points
  • In rich countries, mortality declines faster during recessions than during periods of economic growth.
  • Countries with strong social safety nets see smaller changes in the health of the population related to business cycles.
  • The current economic crisis offers an opportunity for rich countries to rethink the social purposes of their economies.
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