[Analysis of participation rates of atomic bomb survivors in health examinations].
Participation rates of atomic bomb survivors in health examinations were analyzed with a multiple logistic regression model. Rates were obtained for each stratum by sex, age group and residential ward. The effect of residential wards was considered in relation to the social indices of the wards. The effects of sex, age group and residential ward on participation rates were as follows: (1) Females had higher participation rates than males in the working age group (40-64). No sex differences were seen after age 65. (2) The participation rates had a peak around age 70 and were exceptionally high also in the youngest age group (40-44). (3) Participation rates were higher in suburban wards than in central wards. The participation rates had a negative correlation with urban characteristics while they had a positive correlation with suburban characteristics. In particular they had significant negative correlation to the number of clinics and positive correlation with voter participation rates in elections. These results suggest the need for a new type of urban health examination and reflection of the general attitude of the residents to the government.
Institute of Health Sciences, Hiroshima University School of Medicine.
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D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007564:Japan; D016015:Logistic Models; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009689:Nuclear Warfare; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*