A simple framework for analysing the impact of economic growth on non-communicable diseases
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are currently the leading cause of death worldwide. In this paper, we examine the channels through which economic growth affects NCDs’ epidemiology. Following a production function approach, we develop a basic technique to break up the impact of economic growth on NC...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2015-12-01
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| Series: | Cogent Economics & Finance |
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| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/23322039.2015.1045215 |