High deaths in middle age

Dr. John Campbell11 minutes read

Excess mortality in England post-COVID-19 pandemic saw a significant increase in deaths, particularly in the 50-64 age group due to various factors like acute NHS pressures and disruptions in chronic disease management, prompting the need for detailed analysis and further studies to inform prevention efforts, despite concerns about potential conflicts of interest from lead authors.

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  • Excess mortality in England post-COVID-19 pandemic has led to a significant increase in deaths, particularly among middle-aged adults aged 50-64, with spikes in cardiovascular diseases, heart failure, and diabetes.
  • The article highlights the importance of conducting detailed and timely analyses to better understand the factors contributing to excess mortality, emphasizing the need for granular studies to inform prevention strategies and disease management efforts.

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Recent questions

  • What is excess mortality in England?

    Increase in deaths post-COVID-19 pandemic.

  • How much does it cost to publish in Lancet Regional Health Europe?

    £4,000 for open access publication.

  • What age group experienced higher excess deaths?

    Middle-aged adults aged 50-64.

  • What factors contribute to excess deaths in England?

    Acute NHS pressures and disruptions in disease management.

  • Why is detailed analysis necessary for excess mortality data?

    To inform prevention and disease management efforts.

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"Excess Mortality in England Post-COVID-19"

  • The article discusses excess mortality in England post-COVID-19 pandemic, published in Lancet Regional Health Europe.
  • To publish in this journal with open access, a fee of £4,000 is required, a common practice for wider accessibility.
  • The UK saw 7.2% or 44,255 more deaths in 2022, with variations in data collection methods.
  • In 2023, 28,000 more deaths were registered in the first 6 months, with a 99.44% excess compared to 2022.
  • Multiple causes contribute to excess deaths, including acute NHS pressures and disruptions in chronic disease management.
  • Excess deaths were notably higher in the 50-64 age group, with increases in cardiovascular diseases, heart failure, and diabetes.
  • Middle-aged adults aged 50-64 experienced significantly higher rates of cardiovascular diseases, heart failure, and other conditions.
  • The article emphasizes the need for detailed analysis to inform prevention and disease management efforts, calling for timely and granular studies.
  • The lead author of the article discloses personal fees from pharmaceutical companies, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest.
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