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Episodic health examination surveys: strengths and system value

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Health examination surveys (HES) provide robust, objective data through standardized measurements of biological and behavioral risk factors. While resource-intensive, they are vital for understanding the true burden of NCDs, including undiagnosed conditions and trends in population health. Drawing on European experiences, including Finland's long-standing HES infrastructure, this presentation outlines the added value of conducting such surveys at regular intervals. It also discusses their limitations and sustainability challenges, and how they can complement real-world data to support policy-relevant NCD monitoring across Member States.

Source: European Journal of Public Health

DOI: 10.1093/eurpub/ckaf161.241

Author: H Tolonen

Institution: Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare

Language: English

Topic: Health and Medical Studies

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,181