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The October Compendium update has been released by NCHOD. The release provides updated information on the following groups of indicators:

• generic population indicators that include GP relevant population estimates based on lists extracted from the ADS 2007 (reconciled to ONS mid-2006 estimates for local authorities) and Indices of Deprivation 2007;
• Risk factors including fat consumption based on Expenditure and Food Survey, and smoking ...

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This guide is intended to be a short, practical resource for anyone in any health system who is responsible for using indicators to monitor and improve performance, systems or outcomes.

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The fourth is the series of APHO Technical Briefings looks at key issues to consider when setting targets in a multi-agency environment, including the choice of appropriate methodologies, indicators and statistics, and consideration of the wider political and ethical context.

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A link to the NHS Connecting for Health website that is conducting a consultation with the public and healthcare professionals on the use of patient information for purposes such as health research and managing and planning care.

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Access the latest evidence, information and interactive planning tools through our new website.

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Health Profiles for every local authority and region across England were published today by the Department of Health and the Association of Public Health Observatories. The Profiles use key health indicators to capture a picture of the nation’s health down to local level, providing areas across England with valuable information to improve their population’s health. This year’s data also includes new information on child health inequalities.

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