Introduction to Health Statistics

BHS220 Introduction to Health Statistics We are constantly looking for information on the health of people and the country. According to one site, health statistics provide key indicators that help us know about the conditions of life in a country (Importance, n.d.). The author goes on to say these statistics help us understand the impact of health on people and work for their betterment. As we monitor the health of a population, we enhance our understanding of strategies to promote its health (Importance, n.d.). Based on the issues we are having with the new healthcare plan, discuss whether or not you feel that health planners, government officials, and healthcare organizations will use social issues/pressures or health statistics to determine strategies? Which is more reliable? In preparing your response, ensure that you properly in-text cite all sources used in the support of your stated positions and the example or examples you chose to utilize. The response needs to be a minimum of 250 words Also, you will need to include the references at the end of your posting. Reference: Importance. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www(dot)nlm(dot)nih(dot)gov/nichsr/usestats/importance.html Uses. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www(dot)nlm(dot)nih(dot)gov/nichsr/usestats/uses.html