ArticleInternational journal of environmental research and public health2021
Revisiting the Immigrant Epidemiological Paradox: Findings from the American Panel of Life 2019.
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Abstract
objectiveImmigrants enjoy a health advantage over their US-born counterparts (termed the immigrant paradox), though the extent of this paradox may not extend to all health outcomes.
methodsWe analyzed data from the RAND American Life Panel. Using multivariable logistic regression, we examined the associations between immigrant status and a wide range of health outcomes (e.g., cardiovascular diseases, mental health), adjusting for sociodemographic characteristics.
resultsBeing an immigrant was associated with lower odds of having any health condition, multimorbidity, and number of health conditions. When looking at specific conditions, however, immigrant status was only significantly associated with lower odds of depression, nerve problem causing numbness or pain, and obesity, but not other conditions.
conclusionThe immigrant paradox is evident when examining overall health, and specifically depression, nerve problems, and obesity.
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