Population, health and risk factors in a transitional economy |
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Authors: | Dan Petrovici Christopher Ritson |
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Institution: | (1) Kent Business School, Parkwood Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7PE, United Kingdom;(2) School of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development, Agriculture Building, University of Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RU, United Kingdom |
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Abstract: | This paper investigates the health status of the population in a transition economy. Against a background of falling living standards compounded by the widening income inequality a deterioration of health status has been outlined. Drawing upon a consumer survey carried out in the capital Bucharest, risk factors are highlighted. Respondents’ age, income, and health motivation are the most significant variables which differentiate between smokers and non-smokers. Respondent’s age and sex are significant factors predicting the physical exercise status. Additionally, respondent’s level of education is a significant predictor of the time spent on physical exercise. The implications of the study for health policy makers are finally discussed. |
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Keywords: | Risk factors Smoking Physical exercise Health motivation Health policy |
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