A husband and wife enumerated as members of the same household. Median The value that divides the distribution exactly in half. Medicare A federal program created in 1965 that covers the premiums for hospitalization, physician services, and other selected health services. Metropolitan areas Urban areas with a minimum population of 50,000. Minorities All racial and ethnic groups other than non-Hispanic whites in the United States.
Mortality rate See death rate .
Native Individuals born in the United States. Nursery school A group or class that provides educational experiences for children during the years preceding kindergarten. It includes instruction as an integral part of its program. This does not include private homes in which custodial care is provided. Older population People ages 65 or older.