The author analyzes trends in premature mortality in Poland from 1960 to 1995. "Over the last 35 years the percentage of premature deaths in Poland decreased systematically: from 55.5% to 33.2%.... The intensity of deaths among males over 30 [has increased rapidly]; during the same period the intensity of deaths among females was relatively stable, with a slight downward tendency."
"The paper briefly discusses the course of the basic demographic phenomena and processes in Poland, and the factors that determine the changes.... A detailed analysis [is provided] of the size and variability of fertility, mortality and migrations.... The method of calculating particular forecast components is presented, as well as results of calculations of the...number and structure of population and of the forecast of the vital statistics and migrations of population."
"The forecast of Poland's population to the year 2020 was developed in two stages. The paper briefly discusses the basic assumptions of the demographic forecast...." Aspects considered include fertility, mortality, and migration. The impact of economic conditions and changes in the labor market are considered.
The author discusses demographic trends in Poland and compares these trends with those in other European countries. Aspects considered include family formation and dissolution; fertility; mortality, life expectancy, and health status; demographic resources and changes in the age structure; and demographic aging.
