Abstract
Approximately half of all deaths that occurred in 1990 could be attributed to the factors identified. Although no attempt was made to further quantify the impact of these factors on morbidity and quality of life, the public health burden they impose is considerable and offers guidance for shaping health policy priorities.
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- 270
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- 18
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- 2207-2207
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J. Michael McGinnis
(1993).
Actual Causes of Death in the United States.
JAMA
, 270
(18)
, 2207-2207.
https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.1993.03510180077038
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- 10.1001/jama.1993.03510180077038