WISH Mortality Module
Years of Potential Life Lost (YPLL) 

August 2, 2007

The Years of Potential Life Lost (YPLL) rate measures have been modified. Prior to August 2, 2007, YPLL rates were calculated by using the entire population in the denominator. With the modification, YPLL rates now are calculated by using the population aged 0-74 in the denominator. Also, age-adjusted YPLL counts have been modified so they equal crude YPLL counts. WISH users are advised to verify that conclusions based on previous queries have not changed due to the modifications.

August 9, 2007

The YPLL Age-adjusted Rate measure has been removed. WISH users should choose the YPLL Age-adjusted Rate for Selected Age Groups measure to get results for Years of Potential Life Lost. 

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