Trends in Educational Inequalities in Alcohol-Attributable Mortality and Life Expectancy
Author Information
Author(s): Zazueta-Borboa Jesús-Daniel, Van Hemelrijck Wanda M. J., Zengarini Nicolás, Sizer Alison, Kunst Anton E., Martikainen Pekka, Janssen Fanny
Primary Institution: Netherlands Interdisciplinary Demographic Institute-KNAW
Hypothesis
How have long-term trends in educational inequalities in alcohol-attributable mortality impacted educational inequalities in life expectancy in three European countries?
Conclusion
Alcohol-attributable mortality significantly contributes to educational inequalities in life expectancy, particularly among low-educated groups.
Supporting Evidence
- AAM increased more among the low-educated than the high-educated in England and Wales and Finland.
- In Finland and Turin, AAM decreased more among the low-educated than the high-educated.
- AAM contributed significantly to the increase in educational inequalities in life expectancy in England and Wales and Finland.
Takeaway
This study shows that people with less education are more likely to die from alcohol-related causes, which affects how long they live compared to those with more education.
Methodology
The study analyzed cause-specific mortality data by educational group for individuals aged 30 and older in England and Wales, Finland, and Turin (Italy) from 1972 to 2017 using segmented regression analysis.
Potential Biases
The small sample sizes and the different methods used for estimating alcohol-attributable mortality across countries may introduce bias.
Limitations
The study's findings may not be directly applicable to Italy as a whole due to regional differences in alcohol consumption and mortality.
Participant Demographics
The study focused on individuals aged 30 and older, categorized by educational attainment (low, middle, high).
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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