death, covering a window of unprecedented size (1912-2000) are merged with historical data on macroeconomic and health …

death, covering a window of unprecedented size (1912-2000) are merged with historical data on macroeconomic and health …

explaining health at older ages. In particular, we investigate the role of exposure to infectious diseases and economic … conditions during infancy and childhood, as well as the effect of current health care facilities. Specific attention is paid to …

spouse, disability, and a move toa nursing home, may affect the mental health status of the individual. Forexample, the … behavior,health status, and major life events, over time. To deal with endogenousaspects of these events we apply fixed effects …