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Life-style in occupational cancer

A M Adelstein

    Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health
    |September 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary

    Social class significantly impacts cancer mortality rates in England and Wales. Analysis of 1970-1972 census data reveals that socioeconomic status accounts for 88% of cancer death variations across occupational orders.

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    Area of Science:

    • Epidemiology
    • Social Medicine
    • Occupational Health

    Background:

    • Occupational mortality data from England and Wales (1970-1972) provides insights into health disparities.
    • Previous studies have suggested links between occupation, lifestyle, and disease incidence.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze occupational mortality data in relation to social class and cancer deaths.
    • To quantify the contribution of social class to variations in cancer mortality.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of census data from 1970-1972.
    • Examination of cancer deaths across 25 occupational orders.
    • Statistical calculation of the proportion of mortality variation attributable to social class.

    Main Results:

    • A clear gradient in cancer mortality was observed, increasing from the highest to the lowest social class.
    • Social class was found to account for approximately 88% of the variation in cancer mortality across occupational orders.

    Conclusions:

    • Socioeconomic status is a primary determinant of cancer mortality.
    • Public health interventions should address social inequalities to reduce cancer burden.

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