Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
961237 Journal of Health Economics 2010 11 Pages PDF
Abstract
▶ We consider the long term determinants of health among the elderly in Mexico. ▶ Conditions in early life can affect health in late life through various channels. ▶ Poor socio-economic status during childhood has lasting effects on elderly health. ▶ Effects are somewhat weakened after controlling for wealth and education.
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Health, aging and childhood socio-economic conditions in Mexico
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