4258.0: Tuesday, October 23, 2001 - 5:45 PM

Abstract #25422

National and State Perspective on Indicators

Dana Carr, National Center for Health Statistics, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 6525 Belcrest Road, Room 1120, Hyattsville, MA 20782, 301-458-4613, zff4@cdc.gov

This paper will review the governmental efforts made at the national and regional levels regarding the collection of data, development and use of indicators, and the analysis for which they are utilized. It will provide details on specific methodologies utilized, review problems and successes, and explain how these efforts are linked with efforts at the state and local levels.

Learning Objectives: At the conclusion of this session the participant will: Understand the scope and breadth of recent activities in the development and use of indicators at the national, regional, state and local levels. Participate in a discussion of gaps in the collection and assembly of available data for use in indicators. Participate in a network of interested persons to further refine the development and use of indicators.

Presenting author's disclosure statement:
Organization/institution whose products or services will be discussed: None
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.

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