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[Keys to demographic changes in the new millennium]
Montse Solsona1, Francisco Viciana
1Departament de Geografia, Centre d'Estudis Demogràfics, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Cerdanyola, Barcelona, Spain. msolsona@ceb.uab.es
Gaceta Sanitaria
|June 3, 2004
Summary
Spain
Area of Science:
- Demography
- Sociology
- Public Health
Context:
- Analysis of 20th-century Spanish population dynamics.
- Focus on recent trends: aging, low fertility, and immigration.
- Examination of household composition changes.
Purpose:
- To describe key demographic shifts in Spain.
- To analyze the impact of these shifts on health and social services.
- To project future health implications.
Summary:
- Spain experienced significant demographic changes in the 20th century, including population aging, decreased fertility, and increased immigration.
- These trends impact household structures and necessitate adjustments in health and social services.
- Future projections indicate continued health challenges linked to these demographic shifts.
Impact:
- Informs policy for aging populations and healthcare provision.
- Highlights the role of immigration in social support systems.
- Provides insights into future public health needs and planning.