A review of epidemiological research in rural Jamaican community, 1959-1975

ABSTRACT

Epidemiology research carried out between 1959 and 1976 in a rural community in Jamaica is summarized. The prevalence of many chronic conditions was established by cross-sectional investigations. The importance of hypertension and diabetes mellitus as a cause of mortality was demonstrated in follow-up studies. Factors influencing child growth and school achievement were investigated (AU)