Table 3

Changes in HRs for physical and mental illnesses with increasing duration of residency

Length of residencyHypertensionDiabetesDepression
aHR (CI)aHR (CI)aHR (CI)
<5 yearsReferenceReferenceReference
5–10 years5.80 (3.46 to 9.74)3.97 (2.54 to 6.21)5.01 (3.14 to 8.01)
≥10 years6.29 (4.61 to 8.59)9.18 (5.48 to 15.38)12.19 (8.65 to 17.18)
  • All models adjusted for nationality of origin, age on arrival, region of residence and socioeconomic status.

  • aHR, adjusted HR.