Effects Of Population On Health Care Population

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The latest census report in 2000 reported a population of 280 million, with the current count being 302 million people which has doubled since 1950 (Williams, S.J.,Torrens, P.R., 2008). The population of people has grown since 1950 and taking a look at certain data shows how it is being affected. The size and age of the population as well as a look at disease patterns over the years shows how it affects the population and what type of healthcare services would be needed. A look at fertility of a population, data of birthrates, deaths and the services used by mothers, infants and children, will also affect the health services needed. People are living more healthier lifestyles and are involved in more social activities and are therefore living