The prognosis for individuals on disability retirement An 18-year mortality follow-up study of 6887 men and women sampled from the general population

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Several studies have shown a markedly higher mortality rate among disability pensioners than among non-retired. Since most disability pensions are granted because of non-fatal diseases the reason for the increased mortality therefore...

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Main Authors: Eriksson Henry, Rosengren Annika, Johansson Saga, Wedel Hans, Wallman Thorne, Welin Lennart, Svärdsudd Kurt
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-04-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/6/103