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Acute respiratory infections: a review.
Bulletin of the World Health Organization
|January 1, 1978
Summary
Acute respiratory infections (ARI) are a major cause of death globally, particularly pneumonia. In 1972, ARI caused 666,000 deaths, with infants and the elderly most vulnerable.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Acute respiratory infections (ARI) are a leading cause of illness and death worldwide.
- Pneumonia, a common ARI, is a significant contributor to mortality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the global burden of mortality from acute respiratory infections.
- To identify demographic groups and geographical areas most affected by ARI mortality.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of data from 88 countries across five continents.
- Examination of mortality data from 1972, focusing on causes of death.
Main Results:
- In 1972, ARI caused 666,000 deaths, representing 6.3% of all-cause mortality.
- Pneumonia accounted for 75.5% of all ARI-related deaths.
- Mortality rates varied significantly between and within continents, with the highest rates observed in infants and the elderly.
Conclusions:
- Acute respiratory infections pose a substantial global health threat, with significant regional disparities.
- Targeted interventions are crucial for high-risk populations, including infants and the elderly.
- Further research into regional variations and effective control strategies for ARI is warranted.