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    In 1997, U.S. mortality rates reached historic lows, with life expectancy increasing to a record high. Significant declines in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection deaths were observed, contributing to overall U.S. mortality improvements.

    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Biostatistics

    Background:

    • The United States experienced a total of 2,314,245 deaths in 1997.
    • Mortality data is compiled nationally through the Vital Statistics Cooperative Program.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present final 1997 U.S. mortality data by demographic and medical characteristics.
    • To describe trends in general mortality, life expectancy, and infant/maternal mortality.
    • To analyze changes in leading causes of death, including Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection.

    Main Methods:

    • Descriptive tabulation of information from death certificates.
    • Data collected and compiled by the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS).
    • Analysis of demographic factors (age, sex, race, Hispanic origin, etc.) and causes of death.

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    Main Results:

    • The age-adjusted death rate declined to an all-time low of 479.1 per 100,000 population.
    • Life expectancy at birth reached a record high of 76.5 years.
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection dropped from the 8th to 14th leading cause of death, with a 47.7% decline in mortality.

    Conclusions:

    • Overall U.S. mortality and life expectancy show continued long-term improvement trends.
    • Infant mortality rates have steadily declined over the past four decades.
    • Mortality decreased across most age groups, with the exception of those aged 85 and over.