scholarly journals The innovative use of health information in public health policy across EU-Member States

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
R Haneef ◽  
H Van Oyen ◽  
R Gaidelyte ◽  
O Zeynep ◽  
B Pérez-Gomez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Policy ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Public Health Policy ◽  
Linked Data ◽  
Health Indicators ◽  
Data Sources ◽  
Member States ◽  
Eu Member States ◽  
Use Of Data

Abstract Background Health information systems both at the national and international level play a key role in ensuring that timely and reliable evidence is used for operational and strategic decision making inside and outside the health sector. The availability of data generated from different sources is increasing with the possibility to link these data sources together. However, more efficient data generation processes are required to use data collected for different purposes initially, as well as advanced statistical techniques to generate comparable and timely health information. The main objective is to explore the innovative use of health information for better public health policy across the Member States. Methods As part of InfAct, we have conducted as survey among EU-MS to describe the innovative use of data sources. We are collecting inspiring examples on the innovative use of health information based on national or European data networks involved with health policy-making at national, regional or local level. We are further developing generic methods to estimate health indicators using machine learning techniques and mathematical modelling. Results These approaches will generate a roadmap on the innovative use of health information across Member States, enlarge the existing list of health indicators estimated from linked data and/or advanced statistical techniques, inform on the implications of these indicators in health policy with inspiring examples from Member States, and provide methodological guidelines for using linked data and advanced statistics to estimate health indicators, and composite outcome measures. Conclusions This work will highlight the gaps in the innovative use of data sources, and improve the comparability of health indicators and the capacity of EU-Member states to apply innovation for increased relevance and timeliness of health information for public health policy-making.

Innovative use of data sources: A Cross-sectional study of Data Linkage Practices across European Countries

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Romana Haneef ◽  
Marie Delnord ◽  
Michel Vernay ◽  
Emmanuelle Bauchet ◽  
Rita Gaidelyte ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Linked Data ◽  
Public Health Surveillance ◽  
Data Linkage ◽  
Health Surveillance ◽  
European Countries ◽  
Data Sources ◽  
Data Governance ◽  
Use Of Data

Abstract Background The availability of data generated from different sources is increasing with the possibility to link these data sources together. However, linked administrative data can be complex to use and may require advanced expertise and skills in statistical analysis. The main objectives of this study were to describe the current use of data linkage at the individual level and the artificial intelligence (AI) in routine public health activities, and to identify the related health outcome and intervention indicators and determinants of health for non-communicable diseases. Method We performed a survey across European countries to explore the current practices applied by national institutes of public health and health information and statistics for innovative use of data sources (i.e., the use of data linkage and/or the AI). Results The use of data linkage and the AI at national institutes of public health and health information and statistics in Europe varies. The majority of European countries use data linkage in routine by applying a deterministic method or a combination of two types of linkages (i.e., deterministic & probabilistic) for public health surveillance and research purposes. The use of AI to estimate health indicators is not frequent at national institutes of public health and health information and statistics. Using linked data, 46 health outcome indicators related to seven health conditions, 34 indicators related to determinants and 23 to health interventions were estimated in routine. Complex data regulation laws, lack of human resources, skills and problems with data governance, were reported by European countries as obstacles to link different data sources in routine for public health surveillance and research. Conclusions Our results highlight that the majority of European countries have integrated data linkage in routine public health activities but a few use the AI. A sustainable national health information system and a robust data governance framework allowing to link different data sources are essential to support evidence-informed health policy development process. Building analytical capacity and awareness of the added value of data linkage in national institutes is necessary for improving the utilization of linked data in order to improve the monitoring of public health activities.

scholarly journals The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the European Union’s public health policy

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 651-674
Author(s):  
Attila Virág ◽  
Gergő Túri
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Policy ◽  
Public Health Policy ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Member States ◽  
Eu Member States ◽  
The Past ◽  
Cross Border ◽  
The Impact

Abstract In the spring of 2020 the COVID-19 pandemic emerged as one of the most complex and most serious challenges of the European Union, threatening the lives and quality of life of European citizens and the economy and healthcare systems of EU Member States. The fight against the pandemic required the collaboration of many different disciplines and sectors, and over time it had become clear that co-operation between EU Member States and EU organisations is essential for successful crisis management. This cross-border healthcare emergency has seriously tested the mechanisms set by EU treaties and legislations, as well as the organisations responsible for shaping and implementing the European Union’s public health policy. Over the past year we have gained valuable data on how the system of rules and task sharing mechanisms have supported the fight against the pandemic and its effects. By reviewing and examining our findings, we may find answers about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the European Union’s public health policy and how it can be further developed.

scholarly journals Evaluating the success of Slovenia’s policy on the health of children and adolescents: results of an audit

2020 ◽  
Vol 65 (8) ◽  
pp. 1225-1234
Author(s):  
Tine Bizjak ◽  
Rok Novak ◽  
Marko Vudrag ◽  
Andreja Kukec ◽  
Branko Kontić
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Policy ◽  
Adolescent Health ◽  
Public Health Policy ◽  
Eating Habits ◽  
Health Indicators ◽  
Child And Adolescent ◽  
Youth Health ◽  
Child And Adolescent Health ◽  
Economic Migration

Abstract Objectives The aims of this audit were twofold: (1) to demonstrate the contribution of the auditing process in evaluating the success of child and adolescent health policy in Slovenia between 2012 and 2019, and (2) to expand on the commentary published in the International Journal of Public Health in 2019 to demonstrate the benefits of auditing in improving public health policy in general. Methods The audit followed health, safety and environmental approaches as per the standards of public health policy. Results Due to poor intersectoral coordination and weak associations between environmental and health indicators, no clear evidence could be established that child and adolescent health policy contributed to positive changes in child and adolescent health from 2012 to 2019. Conclusions Auditing should become an essential component of measuring the success of public health policies. Attention should also be paid to the following issues affecting youth health: sleeping and eating habits, economic migration, poverty, etc.

scholarly journals A sustainable ECHI-shortlist

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
M Tijhuis ◽  
K Ombrellaro ◽  
I Petrauskaite ◽  
A Vaidelauskaite ◽  
S Daňková ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Policy ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Technical Information ◽  
Health Indicators ◽  
Formal Structure ◽  
European Public ◽  
The Future ◽  
The Eu

Abstract Background The European Core Health Indicators (ECHI) list provides a 'snapshot' of European public health (including care). It is the result of consecutive EU-wide projects in response to a 1998 European Commission (EC) call to establish an indicator list as the core of the EU public health monitoring system. The current list contains 88 indicators, a large part of which have been implemented and used across the EU. Using ECHI to internationally compare public health aspects adds value to national health information. Currently, EC maintains a tool in which the indicators can be consulted. However, no formal governing entity exists. The aim of this study, under the Joint Action on Health Information (InfAct), is to explore the future of the policy guiding role of the ECHI list, the process of adapting and innovating the list and the role of current member state initiatives in this. Methods Relevant technical information, available via 'doc(umentation) sheets' dating from 2012, was subjected to an update process. Potential improvements in content (additions, deletions, and adjustments), overall balance and policy relevance were suggested by health information experts (via survey and expert meetings). This work will be expanded in the near future of InfAct. Results Peer-reviewed updates of the doc sheets included aligning with meta information from relevant data collecting bodies and reviving web links. A process to guide content changes to the list is in development, balancing sustainability and updates for public health policy. Online background ECHI information is disseminated via ECHI.eu. Conclusions Health information experts still consider the ECHI shortlist important for EU health policy, but it needs to be modernized and promoted. A formal structure is needed to ensure the highest value to EC and MS health policies. The future distributed research Infrastructure on population health (DIPoH) may host the shaping and governing the ECHI, in liaison with EC and MS.

scholarly journals Innovative use of data sources: A Cross-sectional study of Data Linkage and Artificial Intelligence Practices across European Countries

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Romana Haneef ◽  
Marie Delnord ◽  
Michel Vernay ◽  
Emmanuelle Bauchet ◽  
Rita Gaidelyte ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Public Health Surveillance ◽  
Data Linkage ◽  
Health Surveillance ◽  
European Countries ◽  
Data Sources ◽  
Health Determinants ◽  
Data Governance ◽  
Use Of Data

Abstract Background: The availability of data generated from different sources is increasing with the possibility to link these data sources with each other. However, linked administrative data can be complex to use and may require advanced expertise and skills in statistical analysis. The main objectives of this study were to describe the current use of data linkage at the individual level and artificial intelligence (AI) in routine public health activities, to identify the related estimated health indicators (i.e., outcome and intervention indicators) and health determinants of non-communicable diseases and the obstacles to linking different data sources. Method: We performed a survey across European countries to explore the current practices applied by national institutes of public health, health information and statistics for innovative use of data sources (i.e., the use of data linkage and/or AI). Results: The use of data linkage and AI at national institutes of public health, health information and statistics in Europe varies. The majority of European countries use data linkage in routine by applying a deterministic method or a combination of two types of linkages (i.e., deterministic & probabilistic) for public health surveillance and research purposes. The use of AI to estimate health indicators is not frequent at national institutes of public health, health information and statistics. Using linked data, 46 health outcome indicators, 34 health determinants and 23 health intervention indicators were estimated in routine. The complex data regulation laws, lack of human resources, skills and problems with data governance, were reported by European countries as obstacles to routine data linkage for public health surveillance and research. Conclusions: Our results highlight that the majority of European countries have integrated data linkage in their routine public health activities but only a few use AI. A sustainable national health information system and a robust data governance framework allowing to link different data sources are essential to support evidence-informed health policy development. Building analytical capacity and raising awareness of the added value of data linkage in national institutes is necessary for improving the use of linked data in order to improve the quality of public health surveillance and monitoring activities.

scholarly journals The GBD project

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
S James
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Policy ◽  
Public Health Policy ◽  
Data Sources ◽  
National Public Health

Abstract Presentation of the GBD project including data sources and methods, how it can be used to set priorities and develop a national public health policy.

scholarly journals The joint action of health information

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
A Gallay
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Policy ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Burden Of Disease ◽  
Joint Action ◽  
Public Health Policy ◽  
Policy Development

Abstract Presentation of the joint action of health information objectives and the burden of disease action of the workpackage 9 (Innovation in health information for public health policy development).

scholarly journals Prioritizing health information for national health reporting - a Delphi study of the Joint Action on Health Information (InfAct)

2022 ◽  
Vol 80 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela Fehr ◽  
Stefanie Seeling ◽  
Anselm Hornbacher ◽  
Martin Thißen ◽  
Petronille Bogaert ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Information ◽  
National Health ◽  
Delphi Study ◽  
Joint Action ◽  
Good Practice ◽  
Health Reporting ◽  
Member States ◽  
Eu Member States ◽  
National Public Health

Abstract Background Health information (HI) strategies exist in several EU Member States, however, they mainly focus on technical issues and improving governance rather than on content-related priority setting. There is also little research available about national prioritization processes underlying HI development for policy support in the EU. The aim of this study was to broaden the knowledge base on HI prioritization strategies and to encourage expert exchange towards good practice models. A specific focus was put on HI produced for national health reporting, this being a crucial tool for policy advice. Methods We conducted a literature search to identify published and grey literature on national HI prioritization. This was followed by a two-round Policy Delphi study, where we explored which processes and methods exist in EU Member States and associated countries for the prioritization of HI collection. In the first round, information about these processes was gathered in semi-structured questions; in the second round, participants were asked to rank the identified approaches for desirability and feasibility. The survey was conducted online; participants were recruited from the membership of the Joint Action on Health Information (InfAct – Information for Action). Results 119 experts were contacted, representing 40 InfAct partner institutions in 28 EU Member States and associated countries. Of these, 28 experts responded fully or partially to the first round, and six to the second round. In the first round, more than half of the respondents reported the existence of structured HI prioritization processes in their countries. To prioritize HI, a clear preference was given in the second round for a formal, horizontal process which includes different experts and stakeholders. National public health institutes were named desirable key stakeholders in this process, and also desirable and feasible coordinators for stakeholder coordination. Conclusion Health information prioritization methods and procedures reflect the heterogeneity of national public health systems in European countries. Mapping, sharing and ranking prioritization methods and procedures for “good practices” provides a meaningful basis for expert knowledge exchange on HI development. We recommend to make this process part of a future sustainable EU health information system and to use the information gathered in this project to initiate the development of a guidance “Good Practice HI Prioritization” among EU Member States and associated countries.

Public Health: Policy and Politics

2001 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 507-509 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rob Baggott ◽  
David J Hunter
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Policy ◽  
Public Health Policy
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