We are pleased to announce the publication of three articles related to the INEQKILL project in a special issue of the journal "Espaces, Populations, Sociétés". The papers present the results of the research on the historical and contemporary patterns of mortality in Belgium, offering insights into spatial inequalities and long-term trends.
Lise Bevernaegie, Isabelle Devos et Sylvie Gadeyne, « Where did people die from cardiovascular disease? Spatial inequalities in cardiovascular mortality in Belgium between 1890 and 2011 », Espace populations sociétés [En ligne], 2023/3-2024/1 | 2024, mis en ligne le 13 novembre 2024, consulté le 04 décembre 2024. URL: http://journals.openedition.org/eps/14553
This article examines spatial disparities in cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality at the municipal level in Belgium from 1890 to 2011. Using unique historical data and mapping techniques, the authors highlight the evolution of CVD mortality hotspots, particularly in Wallonia from the 1970s onward, and differences between men and women. The study underscores the need for further exploration of socioeconomic and environmental factors driving these disparities.
Janna Dinneweth et Sylvie Gadeyne, « Unravelling the Evolution of Neurodegenerative Disease Mortality: Insights from 50 Years of Belgian Data », Espace populations sociétés [En ligne], 2023/3-2024/1 | 2024, mis en ligne le 13 novembre 2024, consulté le 04 décembre 2024. URL: http://journals.openedition.org/eps/14680
Focusing on neurodegenerative diseases (NDDs) such as dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), and Parkinson’s Disease (PD), this study analyzes mortality trends and spatial patterns in Belgium between 1970 and 2020. The findings reveal shifts in classification practices, gender disparities in PD mortality, and distinct regional patterns. The authors emphasize the importance of further research into the factors driving these spatial variations.
Philippe Paeps, Isabelle Devos, Sylvie Gadeyne, Sven Vrielinck et Torsten Wiedemann, « Tracing the tumors: navigating challenges in mapping cancer trends across twentieth-century Belgium », Espace populations sociétés [En ligne], 2023/3-2024/1 | 2024, mis en ligne le 13 novembre 2024, consulté le 04 décembre 2024. URL: http://journals.openedition.org/eps/14597
This article tackles the challenges of mapping cancer trends in Belgium during the twentieth century. Using historical GIS and innovative visualization techniques, the authors explore regional disparities and the impact of changes in diagnostic and registration practices. They identify major cancer clusters and shifts in mortality rates, offering valuable insights into spatial and temporal trends in cancer mortality.
