Esperança Média de Vida no Mundo, África, Moçambique e Niassa
Esperança Média de Vida no Mundo, África, Moçambique e Niassa
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.669172521087
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Palavras-chave: Esperança de vida; Saúde pública; África Subsaariana; Moçambique; Niassa; HIV/SIDA; Malária; Desnutrição; Infraestruturas de saúde; Desenvolvimento humano.
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Keywords: Life expectancy; Public health; Sub-Saharan Africa; Mozambique; Niassa; HIV/AIDS; Malaria; Malnutrition; Health infrastructure; Human development.
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Abstract: Life expectancy is one of the key indicators of human development, reflecting health conditions, access to basic services, and the overall quality of life of the population. Globally, life expectancy has increased significantly due to medical advances, mass vaccination, and the reduction of infant mortality. However, deep inequalities persist between developed and developing countries. In Sub-Saharan Africa, life expectancy is around 63 years, influenced by the high prevalence of HIV/AIDS, malaria, malnutrition, and fragile health infrastructures. In Mozambique, the average is 61 years, below the global level, mainly due to endemic diseases and poverty. The province of Niassa shows even lower values (57–60 years), largely explained by geographical isolation and limited resources. The study concludes that strengthening primary health care, investing in infrastructure, and implementing effective public policies are crucial to reducing disparities and promoting greater equity in access to health.
- Januario Sululo
- Carlos Trindade Caomba
- Albino Sebastião
- Ana Carlota Victor
- Ginencio J. Muaxirico
- Mário Fernando Mário
- Natércia Luísa Lourenço Faria
- Zelinda Mapira