Ranking health between countries in international comparisons

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Cross-national comparisons and ranking of summary measures of population health sometimes give rise to inconsistent and diverging conclusions. In order to minimise confusion, international comparative studies ought to be based on well-harmonised data with common standards of definitions and documentation. Calculation methods and results should be communicated clearly and exactly.
Original languageEnglish
JournalScandinavian Journal of Public Health
Volume42
Issue number3
Pages (from-to)242-244
Number of pages3
ISSN1403-4948
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 23 Apr 2014

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