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R J Gandy

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A comparison of two proxy measures for morbidity.

The use of standardised mortality ratios (SMRs) as a proxy measure of morbidity for resource allocation purposes in the National Health Service (NHS) has been widely criticised. The small number of deaths from infectious diseases makes it necessary to consider whether there are more appropriate measures. The standardised notification rate (SNR) was compared with the SMR for respiratory tuberculosis and it appears to be a better proxy for morbidity.

Adolescent↗

An enquiry into the Mental Health Enquiry.

A limited study into the accuracy of information for the Mental Health Enquiry was undertaken at two major mental illness hospitals in Leicestershire. The results indicate that certain items of data are of questionable value. The current arrangements for processing the data may also need review.

Community Mental Health Services↗