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[The mortality in Amsterdam from 1554 to 2021].

Lukas J A Stalpers^1,2, Jan M M De Meere³, Edward L Kaplan⁴

¹Amsterdam UMC, locatie AMC, afd. Radiotherapie, Amsterdam.

Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Geneeskunde

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Epidemic outbreaks and mortality in Amsterdam significantly declined between 1554 and 2021 due to improved nutrition, public health measures, and understanding of disease. Chronic poverty and poor public health remain triggers for crises.

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Area of Science:

* Historical epidemiology
* Public health
* Social history

Background:

* Amsterdam experienced sharp declines in epidemic outbreaks and mortality from 1554 to 2021.
* This decline paralleled reductions in chronic mortality from endemic diseases like tuberculosis and malaria.

Purpose of the Study:

* To analyze the historical trends of epidemic and chronic mortality in Amsterdam.
* To explore the multifaceted factors contributing to the decline of infectious diseases and associated mortality.

Main Methods:

* Analysis of historical epidemiological data from Amsterdam spanning over four centuries.
* Review of theories including nutrition, economic prosperity, altruism, and advancements in medical and public health interventions.

Main Results:

* Significant reduction in the incidence and mortality of major epidemics (plague, smallpox, cholera).
* Concomitant decrease in deaths from endemic diseases (tuberculosis, malaria, dysentery).
* Identified key contributing factors: improved nutrition, increased wealth, enhanced public health strategies, and better understanding of disease causation.

Conclusions:

* Historical improvements in living standards and targeted public health interventions dramatically reduced epidemic and chronic disease mortality in Amsterdam.
* Despite progress, the risk of man-made crises exacerbating health issues persists, highlighting ongoing public health challenges.