Journal of public health
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Journal of public health · Dec 2013
Observational StudySocio-economic deprivation and risk of emergency readmission and inpatient mortality in people with sickle cell disease in England: observational study.
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a cause of frequent emergency readmissions. We examined trends in SCD emergency readmissions and inpatient mortality in England in relation to socio-economic status. ⋯ SCD patients from the most socio-economically deprived areas and with comorbidities are at highest risk of both SCD readmissions and in-hospital mortality, suggesting that there are inequalities in healthcare access and health outcomes amongst people with SCD.
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Journal of public health · Dec 2013
Road traffic disability in China: prevalence and socio-demographic disparities.
Road traffic injuries are a population health problem worldwide especially in less-developed countries; however, little is known about road traffic disability (RTD). This study aims to estimate RTD prevalence and to explore RTD socio-demographic disparities if any within China. ⋯ The findings demonstrate RTD were commonplace among Chinese residents and highlight existing socio-demographic disparities. Road safety initiatives are warranted to prevent RTD in China.