Health Situation in the South-East Asia Region, 2001-2007

This publication presents the health situation in the Member States, as reflected by epidemiological data, primarily covering the period 2001-2007. It is presented with a regional perspective and, where appropriate, comparisons have been made with other regions of WHO and with world averages. It describes the progress in health development and reflects the impact of health programmes, highlighting the need for concerted action to improve the health of the population of the region. Various profes