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The dynamics of life-span of citizen of the Russian Federation: the sociological aspect

Probl Sotsialnoi Gig Zdravookhranenniiai Istor Med. 2021 Mar;29(2):260-264. doi: 10.32687/0869-866X-2021-29-2-260-264.

ABSTRACT

The article considers the results of sociological study that was carried out to determine vector of dynamics of indices regulating duration of life of the Russian population, including the expected one. The method of secondary analysis of statistical and sociological information data was applied. Results. Against the background of decreasing of birth rate, “aging of population”, migration inflows and transformation of value systems the reduction of population size in The Russian Federation (natural loss) dominates, though life expectancy itself is slightly increasing. The high value of indicator of «death external causes» is established. The trend of steady decreasing of infant mortality in Russia over the past 27 years is marked. The groups of factors affecting life expectancy of the Russian population is identified. The main characteristics are revealed that are fundamentally important to ensure higher life expectancy of Russians. One of the demographic behavior models in modern Russia is described. The approaches to solve demographic problems in the Russian Federation, proposed by state bodies on the basis of policy documents (Concept of demographic development of the Russian Federation for the period up to 2025, etc.) are considered. The importance of health-preserving projects (such as “Moscow longevity”, etc.), is determined.

PMID:33901365 | DOI:10.32687/0869-866X-2021-29-2-260-264

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