Table 2 Educational differences in health outcomes in HLFS survey UK in 2008 (age 25–74) n (% within educational category)
From: Self-rated literacy level does not explain educational differences in health and disease
Educational level | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Low (n = 1875) | Intermediate (n = 1266) | High (n = 1016) | |
Self-rated health* | |||
Good | 1281 (68) | 970 (77) | 853 (84) |
Neutral | 259 (13) | 164 (13) | 110 (11) |
Bad | 333 (18) | 129 (10) | 52 (5) |
Long term condition** | |||
General LTC | 905 (48) | 454 (36) | 252 (25) |
Cardiovascular disease | 547 (29) | 226 (18) | 122 (14) |
Stomach, liver, kidney, digestive problems | 171 (9) | 101 (8) | 66 (6) |
Diabetes Mellitus (I/II) | 173 (9) | 65 (5) | 36 (3) |
Mental health problems/depression/stress | 258 (14) | 119 (9) | 62 (6) |
Asthma | 246 (13) | 134 (11) | 84 (8) |