Dissecting China’s 2000 Census
By asoares
(2001) After conducting what was arguably the world’s most ambitious census ever last November, the Chinese government has begun to release the results.
Area of Expertise: Children, Youth, and Families
2001 Census Results Mixed for India’s Women and Girls
(2001) At first glance, results from India’s 2001 census seem encouraging. They show a decline in the population growth rate, an improvement in the ratio of men to women, and a remarkable increase in literacy, particularly for girls and women.
Human Papillomavirus: A Hidden Epidemic in the United States
(2001) The human papillomavirus is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the United States, with an estimated 24 million active cases and 5.5 million new cases each year, according to the National Cancer Institute.
Human Papillomavirus in Canada
(May 2001) As in the United States, HPV is not a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that the Canadian government routinely monitors.
21st Century Will Transform World Population
(2001) It is now clear that the 21st century will feature a major transformation in world population.
La plupart des femmes en Europe ont recours à la contraception et ont pourtant parfois des grossesses surprises
(2001) L’Europe affiche les taux de fécondité les plus faibles au monde. En 2000, le nombre moyen de naissances était de 1,4 enfants par couple, de 1,1 enfants en Bulgarie et en République Tchèque à 2,2 enfants en Albanie.
Eco-Tourism: Encouraging Conservation or Adding to Exploitation?
(2001) Eco-tourism has emerged as one of the most important sectors of the international tourism industry. The United Nations, recognizing eco-tourism’s potential role in sustainable development, has declared 2002 the “International Year of Eco-tourism.
Census-Taking More Frequent, Less Controversial in Canada
(2001) As Americans wait for the detailed results of the 2000 U.S. census, Canadians are preparing for their twice-a-decade head count.
Most European Women Use Contraceptives
(2001) Europe has the lowest fertility rates in the world. In 2000, the average for the region was 1.
New Population Policies: Advancing Women’s Health and Rights
By asoares
(March 2001) Policies that address population issues touch on the most sensitive aspects of people’s lives: sexuality, childbearing, and family relationships. Seeking an international consensus on population policies has often been a contentious process.