The population group 60 years old and older are the most rapidly growing segment of the country s population. The leading causes of death and hospitalization in this group are diseases of the circulatory system, cancer, diseases of the digestive system, and diseases of the respiratory system. Social security benefits to persons in the age group 65 and older include health insurance. Special programs are in place to enable the aged to remain independent and active as long as possible. Workers Health and Health of the Disabled Regulations related to workers health are enforced under the Public Health Act, which is designed to ensure safety in the workplace.
Many women occupy professional positions, and there is no evidence of child labor.
Communicable Diseases Communicable diseases are not an important health problem. In 1990, three imported cases of malaria were recorded, but none has been recorded since 1992. AIDS is an important health problem. In 1991 there were three reported cases of tuberculosis and seven in 1992. Noncommunicable Diseases and Other Health-Related Problems Chronic noncommunicable diseases are the most important health problems.