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Death in Anchorage in 1987.

R Wilson

    Alaska Medicine
    |April 1, 1990
    PubMed
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    In 1987, Anchorage experienced a slight increase in crude death rates compared to 1986. The age-adjusted death rate was notably higher than the national average, indicating potential public health concerns.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Mortality Statistics

    Background:

    • Anchorage, Alaska's mortality trends require ongoing surveillance.
    • Understanding demographic and cause-specific mortality patterns is crucial for public health planning.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze mortality data for Anchorage, Alaska in 1987.
    • To compare 1987 death rates with 1986 data and national averages.
    • To examine the distribution of causes of death in Anchorage.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of vital statistics data for Anchorage, Alaska for the year 1987.
    • Calculation of crude and age-adjusted death rates.
    • Comparison of rates and cause-specific proportions with the previous year (1986) and national data.

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    Main Results:

    • A total of 855 deaths were recorded in Anchorage in 1987.
    • The crude death rate showed a slight increase from 1986.
    • The age-adjusted death rate in Anchorage was significantly higher than the national rate.
    • The proportional distribution of deaths from cardiovascular disease, cancer, and violence remained consistent with 1986.

    Conclusions:

    • The elevated age-adjusted death rate in Anchorage warrants further investigation into underlying causes.
    • While major cause-specific death proportions were stable, the overall age-adjusted rate highlights a public health concern.
    • Continued monitoring of mortality trends in Anchorage is recommended.