What are public health indicators?

Public health indicators are quantitative measures that provide information about the health status of a population. These indicators encompass a wide range of factors, including disease prevalence, access to healthcare services, environmental factors, and social determinants of health. By tracking these indicators, public health officials can monitor trends, identify areas for intervention, and assess the overall health of a community. Key indicators often used include mortality rates, incidence of infectious diseases, vaccination coverage, and prevalence of risk factors such as smoking and obesity.

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