This third edition of WHO’s report includes a section with 10 highlights of global health statistics for the past year as well as an expanded set of 50 health statistics.
WHOSIS database can be either used as an on-line tool or downloaded along with the data tables, and allows access to comparative data from across the world.
WHO makes every effort to ensure the reliability and accuracy of these data, but before using the database it is best to be acquainted with the precise definitions for each of the indicators included.
Also, data sets from 2006 and 2005 are available for download.
For further information:
WHO website: a guide to statistical information
World Health Statistics 2007 document
