Intro to Public Health
The demographic dividend refers to the economic growth potential that can occur when a population experiences a shift in its age structure, typically when the proportion of working-age individuals (ages 15-64) increases relative to dependents (children and elderly). This phenomenon is closely tied to improvements in reproductive health and family planning, as effective management of fertility rates leads to smaller family sizes, enabling more resources per child and enhancing women's participation in the workforce.
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