Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Proportionate mortality trends: 1950 through 1986.

J E Sutherland1, V W Persky, J A Brody

  • 1Department of Family Practice, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield 62794-9230.

JAMA
|December 26, 1990
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Genome-wide analysis of mitochondrial DNA copy number reveals loci implicated in nucleotide metabolism, platelet activation, and megakaryocyte proliferation.

Human genetics·2021
Same author

Persistent and aggressive interactions with the police: potential mental health implications.

Epidemiology and psychiatric sciences·2019
Same author

Pharmacogenomics study of thiazide diuretics and QT interval in multi-ethnic populations: the cohorts for heart and aging research in genomic epidemiology.

The pharmacogenomics journal·2017
Same author

Large-scale pharmacogenomic study of sulfonylureas and the QT, JT and QRS intervals: CHARGE Pharmacogenomics Working Group.

The pharmacogenomics journal·2016
Same author

A DNA methylation biomarker of alcohol consumption.

Molecular psychiatry·2016
Same author

Counseling and screening for cystic fibrosis in patients with congenital bilateral absence of the vas deferens: Patient perceptions.

Journal of genetic counseling·2013
Same journal

WHO Issues Guidelines for Treating Ebola and Marburg Viruses.

JAMA·2026
Same journal

FDA Approves Additional Naloxone Nasal Spray for Opioid Overdose.

JAMA·2026
Same journal

HIV May Hide in More Cells Than Previously Thought-Here's What That Could Mean for a Cure.

JAMA·2026
Same journal

US Dietary Supplement Use Increasing, Especially in Older Adults.

JAMA·2026
Same journal

Heat Stress From Climate Change Surges Globally.

JAMA·2026
Same journal

Strength Training Linked With Lower Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Women.

JAMA·2026
See all related articles

Mortality rates declined overall in the US from 1950-1986. However, deaths from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and malignant neoplasms increased, with cancer becoming the leading cause for those aged 35-64.

Area of Science:

  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health
  • Mortality Statistics

Background:

  • Analysis of US mortality trends from 1950-1986 focuses on leading causes of death.
  • Overall age-adjusted mortality rates decreased significantly during this period.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze mortality trends for the six leading causes of death in the United States between 1950 and 1986.
  • To examine changes in cause-specific mortality rates and the proportion of deaths attributed to specific diseases.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized age-adjusted mortality rates to analyze trends for all causes and specific diseases.
  • Examined time trends in the proportion of deaths from cerebrovascular disease, injuries, perinatal conditions, heart disease, influenza and pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and malignant neoplasms.

Related Experiment Videos

Main Results:

  • Age-adjusted mortality rates declined for cerebrovascular disease, injuries, perinatal conditions, heart disease, and influenza and pneumonia.
  • Mortality rates increased for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and remained stable for malignant neoplasms.
  • The proportion of deaths from COPD and malignant neoplasms increased dramatically; cancer became the leading cause of death for ages 35-64.

Conclusions:

  • While overall mortality decreased, significant shifts occurred in leading causes of death.
  • Heart disease remains the leading cause for older adults (65+), but cancer is now leading for the 35-64 age group.
  • Public health strategies may need to adapt to address the rising burden of COPD and cancer.