Official Health Statistics: An Unofficial Guide

Official Health Statistics: An Unofficial Guide

by Alison Macfarlane (Editor), SusanKerrison (Editor)

Synopsis

This guide examines the different types of "official" statistics, discusses how these are collected, then analyses how the data is used in interpreting statistical information. It is organized into sections covering the measurement of ill health in the population, social inequalities and the environment, and official sources of information on the NHS and local authorities. In each section source publications and the statistics they contain are referenced.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 192
Publisher: Hodder Arnold
Published: 28 Jul 2000

ISBN 10: 034073132X
ISBN 13: 9780340731321

Media Reviews
This is a marvellous book. Not only is it essential reading for anyone involved in health research, it will also be useful for anyone interested in all official statistics and their methods of collection and interpretation. Furthermore, it is a very interesting read. The presentation is good, giving the reader clear directions to related topics. I know I shall find it invaluable and I shall make it compulsory reading for my health studies students.
Paulene Hudson, Bath Spa University College

A highly readable and extremely valuable source of information on a topic that can appear an impenetrable maze for the non-specialist. This book is an essential addition to the bookshelves of anyone who uses (or teaches) health related statistics. It comes highly recommended.
Health Services Management Research.