Anne Case

Anne Case is an esteemed American economist and public health researcher who, along with Angus Deaton, has conducted influential research on the causes of rising mortality rates among middle-aged white Americans, particularly due to 'deaths of despair' caused by suicide, substance abuse, and other health-related issues. Her work highlights the devastating impact of economic inequality and job loss on public health, contributing to important discussions about the social determinants of health and the effects of socio-economic factors on mortality.