Inequalities in Life Expectancy Among US Counties, 1980 to 2014: Temporal Trends and Key Drivers
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DOI: 10.1001/jamainternmed.2017.0918
Abstract: Importance Examining life expectancy by county allows for tracking geographic disparities over time and assessing factors related to these disparities. This information is potentially useful for policy makers, clinicians, and researchers seeking to reduce disparities… read more here.
Keywords: risk; behavioral metabolic; 1980 2014; life ... See more keywords
Older Adults’ Views and Communication Preferences About Cancer Screening Cessation
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DOI: 10.1001/jamainternmed.2017.1778
Abstract: Importance Older adults with limited life expectancy are frequently screened for cancer even though it exposes them to risks of screening with minimal benefit. Patient preferences may be an important contributor to continued screening. Objective… read more here.
Keywords: cancer screening; life; older adults; life expectancy ... See more keywords
Physician Attitudes About Using Life Expectancy to Inform Cancer Screening Cessation in Older Adults-Results From a National Survey.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamainternmed.2022.4316
Abstract: This survey study assessed physicians’ attitudes about the use of life expectancy as a guide in the decision to stop cancer screening in older adults. read more here.
Keywords: survey; life expectancy; cancer screening; older adults ... See more keywords
Comparison of Overall and Comorbidity-Free Life Expectancy Between Insured Adults With and Without HIV Infection, 2000-2016.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2020.7954
Abstract: Importance Antiretroviral therapy (ART) has improved life expectancy for individuals with HIV infection, but recent data comparing life span and comorbidity-free years by HIV status are lacking. Objective To quantify the gap in life span… read more here.
Keywords: hiv infection; infection; individuals hiv; life expectancy ... See more keywords
COVID-19 Has Exacerbated Inequities That Hamper Physician Workforce Diversification.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.38566
Abstract: In 2021, the number of matriculating Black and Hispanic medical students in the US was the highest it has ever been.1 Several contributing factors may explain this shift. Very visible health and health care inequities… read more here.
Keywords: health; life expectancy; workforce; covid ... See more keywords
Changes in Life Expectancy Between 2019 and 2020 in the US and 21 Peer Countries
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.7067
Abstract: This cross-sectional study examines death counts in the US and 21 peer countries between 2019 and 2020 to evaluate life expectancy disparities between the US and peer countries and racial disparities within the US. read more here.
Keywords: 2019 2020; peer countries; life expectancy; changes life ... See more keywords
Potential Gains in Life Expectancy Associated With Achieving Treatment Goals in US Adults With Type 2 Diabetes.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.7705
Abstract: Importance Improvements in control of factors associated with diabetes risk in the US have stalled and remain suboptimal. The benefit of continually improving goal achievement has not been evaluated to date. Objective To quantify potential… read more here.
Keywords: life expectancy; life; type diabetes; potential gains ... See more keywords
Different Types of Patient Health Information Associated With Physician Decision-making Regarding Cancer Screening Cessation for Older Adults.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2023.13367
Abstract: Importance Although guidelines use limited life expectancy to guide physician decision-making regarding cessation of cancer screening, many physicians recommend screening for older adults with limited life expectancies. Different ways of presenting information may influence older… read more here.
Keywords: information; cancer screening; cancer; life expectancy ... See more keywords
Life Expectancy Gaps Among Black and White Persons and Contributing Causes of Death in 3 Large US Cities, 2018-2019.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2023.3146
Abstract: Importance US cities have substantial, but varying, levels of racial mortality inequities, a consequence of structural racism. As committed partners increasingly pledge to eliminate health inequities, local data are required to focus and unify efforts.… read more here.
Keywords: expectancy gaps; black white; life expectancy; death ... See more keywords
Critical Illness, Major Surgery, and Other Hospitalizations and Active and Disabled Life Expectancy
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.4208
Abstract: This cohort study estimates active and disabled life expectancy by exposure to critical illness, major surgical procedure, and other hospitalization events among older individuals. read more here.
Keywords: disabled life; life expectancy; active disabled; illness major ... See more keywords
Radical Treatment for Prostate Cancer in Men With Limited Life Expectancy in Sweden
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.8572
Abstract: This cohort study compares rates of radical treatment for prostate cancer, despite current guideline recommendations that discourage its use for men with limited life expectancy, in Sweden and the US. read more here.
Keywords: men limited; prostate cancer; life expectancy; limited life ... See more keywords