Age- and sex- adjusted comparison of Wisconsin Native American Mortality with general Wisconsin population, by cause of death 1986-1995.

This article explains the results of a study that compares Native American mortality in Wisconsin with total Wisconsin mortality, by age, sex, area of residence, and cause of death. Standardized mortality ratios (SMR) were calculated for Wisconsin Native Americans for 1986-1995. Statistically high SMRs were found for total death, diabetes, heart disease, cirrhosis, kidney disease, motor vehicle accidents, other accidents, and homicide. Low SMRs were found for total cancer, breast cancer, and lymphoma. Comparisons with national data are discussed.