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A Novel Method for Involving Women of Color at High Risk for Preterm Birth in Research Priority Setting
Published on: January 12, 2018
Priority areas in demographic research
Journal of Institute of Economic Research. J.S.S. Institute of Economic Research
|January 1, 1993
Summary
India
Area of Science:
- Demography
- Public Health
- Population Studies
Background:
- India's demographic database has significantly improved since the mid-1970s.
- Fertility and mortality trends are key indicators of population dynamics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review India's demographic development since the mid-1970s.
- To identify critical data gaps in fertility, family planning, mortality, and morbidity.
- To outline priority areas for future research.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of demographic data and trends in India.
- Analysis of data gaps in key demographic indicators.
Main Results:
- Fertility levels show a declining trend in many regions of India.
- Mortality rates have continued to decrease significantly.
- Identified substantial data gaps remain in fertility, family planning, mortality, and morbidity research.
Conclusions:
- Despite improvements, significant data gaps persist in understanding India's population dynamics.
- Further research is crucial to address identified data deficiencies in fertility, family planning, mortality, and morbidity.
Keywords:
AsiaDemographic FactorsDeveloping CountriesDiseasesFamily PlanningFertilityIndiaMorbidityMortalityPopulationPopulation DynamicsSouthern AsiaMore Related Videos
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