Compare and analyse the most recent health-related data sourced from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s (OECD) database. Use our comparative analysis tool to assess a wide range of parameters across OECD member countries, encompassing aspects such as health expenditure, health status, non-medical determinants of health, healthcare resources, and healthcare utilisation.
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General
This category encompasses the general aspects of healthcare, including citisens satisfaction and practising physicians.
Health spending as a percentage of GDP measures the final consumption of health care goods and services (i.e., current health expenditure) including personal health care (curative care, rehabilitative care, long-term care, ancillary services, and medical goods) and collective services (prevention and public health services as well as health administration) but excluding spending on investments.
Health status refers to a population's overall condition of well-being, encompassing various physical, mental, social, and functional aspects of health.
Risk factors for health examines the non-mediacal determinants of health by comparing alcohol consumption, tobacco consumption (smoking), body weight (incidence of obesity or overweight) and exposure to air pollution among countries.
Healthcare utilisation in the context of consultations specifically refers to the act of seeking medical advice, evaluation, or expertise from a healthcare professional, typically a doctor or specialist.
These datasets provides statistics on healthcare resources in large (TL2) and small regions (TL3) when available. Indicators include doctors, practicing nurses, hospital beds, and hospital discharges. Regions are subnational units below national boundaries, with OECD countries divided into large (TL2) and small (TL3) regions.
Satisfaction
Satisfaction refers to the overall satisfaction with the healthcare system.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Practising physicians
Practising physicians include:
Practising physicians who have completed studies in medicine at university level (granted by adequate diploma) and who are licensed to practice.
Interns and resident physicians (with adequate diploma and providing services under supervision of other medical doctors during their postgraduate internship or residency in a healthcare facility)
Salaried and self-employed physicians delivering services irrespectively of the place of service provision.
Foreign physicians licensed to practice and actively practising in the country.
All physicians providing services for patients, including radiology, pathology, microbiology, haematology, hygiene.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Total
The total expenditure on financial flows related to the consumption of goods and services within healthcare.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Hospitals, general
General hospitals provide a wide range of healthcare services to diagnose, treat, and manage various illnesses and injuries. These facilities are equipped to handle emergency situations, perform surgeries, and offer inpatient and outpatient care for diverse medical conditions. They serve as the primary healthcare institutions for most communities, offering comprehensive medical and surgical care.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Hospitals, mental
Mental hospitals specialise in the treatment and care of patients with psychiatric and psychological disorders. These institutions focus on providing therapeutic services, including counseling, medication management, and behavioural therapies. They are equipped to handle acute psychiatric crises and provide long-term care for individuals with severe mental health conditions.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
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Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Hospitals, specialised
Specialised hospitals are dedicated to specific areas of medicine, such as oncology, cardiology, orthopaedics, or paediatrics. These hospitals provide advanced and focused care, often employing cutting-edge technology and specialised medical expertise. Patients with specific health conditions or diseases are referred to these hospitals for targeted treatment and care.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
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Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Hospitals, total
The total expenditure of hospitals, which are licensed establishments primarily engaged in providing medical, diagnostic and treatment services that include physician, nursing, and other health services to inpatients and the specialised accommodation services required by inpatients.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Residential care
Residential care facilities provide long-term care for individuals who require assistance with daily living activities but do not need the intensive medical care provided by hospitals. These facilities offer a supportive living environment, personal care services, and access to healthcare professionals. They are designed to support elderly individuals, those with chronic illnesses, and people with disabilities in a home-like setting.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Absence from work due to illness
The number of self-reported workdays lost per year due to illness per employed person. It excludes maternity leave. There are two main sources of data on absence from work due to illness: 1) data from household surveys (labour force, social or health surveys) and 2) data from administrative sources (often social security and other insurance agencies).
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Avoidable mortality
Avoidable mortality is a summarized measure of preventable and treatable mortality. Preventable and treatable causes of mortality are defined as follows:
Preventable mortality: Causes of death that can be mainly avoided through effective public health and primary prevention interventions (i.e. before the onset of diseases/injuries, to reduce incidence).
Treatable (or amenable) mortality: Causes of death that can be mainly avoided through timely and effective healthcare interventions, including secondary prevention such as screening, and treatment (i.e. after the onset of diseases, to reduce case-fatality).
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Cancer
Malignant neoplasm incidence rates, expressed as "per 100,000 population," refer to the number of new cases of malignant neoplasm cancer diagnosed within a specific population during a defined period of time, typically a year. A malignant neoplasm, commonly known as cancer, is a type of abnormal growth or tumour that arises from cells that have undergone uncontrolled and abnormal proliferation. These cells, termed cancer cells, can invade nearby tissues and potentially spread to distant parts of the body, a process known as metastasis.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
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Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Mortality
The age standardised all-cause mortality is a statistical measure used to compare mortality rates between populations or across different time periods while accounting for variations in age distribution. It provides a way to make meaningful comparisons by removing the influence of differences in age structures, enabling a more accurate assessment of the actual risk of death across different groups or over time.
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Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Infant health
Number of live births weighing less than 2500 grams as a percentage of the total number of live births.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
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Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Injuries in road traffic accidents
An accident which occurred or originated on a way or street open to public traffic; resulted in one or more persons being killed or injured, and at least one moving vehicle was involved. These accidents therefore include collisions between vehicles, between vehicles and pedestrians and between vehicles and animals or fixed obstacles.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
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Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Life expectancy
Life expectancy at birth is defined as how long, on average, a newborn can expect to live, if current death rates do not change. Gains in life expectancy at birth can be attributed to several factors, including rising living standards, improved lifestyle and better education, as well as greater access to quality health services.
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Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Life expectancy difference (female-male)
The difference in life expectancy between females and males.
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Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Infant mortality
The number of deaths of children aged under one year of age that occurred in a given year, expressed per 1000 live births.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
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Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Neonatal mortality
The number of neonatal deaths, per 1 000 live births.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
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Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Perinatal mortality
The number of perinatal deaths, per 1 000 live births.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
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Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Maternal mortality
Number of maternal deaths, all causes, per 100 000 live births.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
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Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Perceived health status, good health
Perceived health status reflects people’s overall perception of their health. Survey respondents are typically asked a question such as: “How is your health in general?”. Caution is required in making cross-country comparisons of perceived health status for at least two reasons. First, people’s assessment of their health is subjective and can be affected by cultural factors. Second, there are variations in the question-and-answer categories used to measure perceived health across surveys and countries.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Perceived health status, fair health
Perceived health status reflects people’s overall perception of their health. Survey respondents are typically asked a question such as: “How is your health in general?”. Caution is required in making cross-country comparisons of perceived health status for at least two reasons. First, people’s assessment of their health is subjective and can be affected by cultural factors. Second, there are variations in the question-and-answer categories used to measure perceived health across surveys and countries.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Perceived health status, bad health
Perceived health status reflects people’s overall perception of their health. Survey respondents are typically asked a question such as: “How is your health in general?”. Caution is required in making cross-country comparisons of perceived health status for at least two reasons. First, people’s assessment of their health is subjective and can be affected by cultural factors. Second, there are variations in the question-and-answer categories used to measure perceived health across surveys and countries.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Potential years of life lost
Years of potential life lost or potential years of life lost is an estimate of the average years a person would have lived if they had not died prematurely. It is, therefore, a measure of premature mortality.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Body weight
Overweight and obesity are defined as excessive weight presenting health risks because of the high proportion of body fat. The most frequently used measure is based on the body mass index (BMI), which is a single number that evaluates an individual’s weight in relation to height (weight/height2, with weight in kilograms and height in metres). Based on the WHO classification, adults over age 18 with a BMI greater than or equal to 30 as obese.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Alcohol consumption
Recorded alcohol per capita (15+) consumption of pure alcohol is calculated as the sum of beverage-specific alcohol consumption of pure alcohol (beer, wine, spirits, other) from different sources.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Tobacco consumption
Daily smokers are defined as the population aged 15 years and over who are reporting to smoke every day. Smoking is a major risk factor for at least two of the leading causes of premature mortality - circulatory disease and cancer, increasing the risk of heart attack, stroke, lung cancer, and cancers of the larynx and mouth. In addition, smoking is an important contributing factor for respiratory diseases. This indicator is presented as a total and per gender and is measured as a percentage of the population considered (total, men or women) aged 15 years and over.
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This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Exposure to air pollution
The exposure to air pollution dataset is a global assessment that monitors population exposure to three key air pollutants: fine particulate matter (PM2.5), ozone (O3), and nitrogen dioxide (NO2).
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
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Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Consultations, total
Total doctor consultations in person and remotely include:
Consultations/visits both to generalist and specialist medical practitioners
Consultations/visits at the physician’s office
Consultations/visits in the patient’s home
Consultations/visits in outpatient departments in hospital and ambulatory healthcare centres
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Consultations, in-person
Total doctor consultations in person include:
Consultations/visits both to generalist and specialist medical practitioners
Consultations/visits at the physician’s office
Consultations/visits in the patient’s home
Consultations/visits in outpatient departments in hospital and ambulatory healthcare centres
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Consultations, teleconsultations
Doctor telecosultations include:
Teleconsultations with generalist and specialist medical practitioners
Teleconsultations “direct-to-patient” or in dedicated facilities/GP practices where patients can access teleconsultations
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Consultations, dentists
Dentist consultations (in all settings) include:
Consultations/visits with an orthodontist
Consultations/visits with a stomatologist/dental surgeon
Consultations/visits at the dentist’s office
Consultations/visits in the patient’s home
Consultations/visits in outpatient departments in hospital and ambulatory healthcare centres.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Hospital average length of stay
Average length of stay (ALOS) is calculated by dividing the number of bed-days by the number of discharges during the year (see definitions for bed-days and discharges).
Inclusion:
ALOS in all hospitals, including general hospitals (HP.1.1), mental health hospitals (HP.1.2), and other specialised hospitals (HP.1.3)
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Active Physcians
Active physicians (doctors) are usually generalists who assume responsibility for providing continuing care to individuals and families. They can also be specialists, such as paediatricians, obstetricians/gynaecologists, psychiatrists, medical specialists, and surgical specialists.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Practising nurses
Practicing nurses include:
Professional nurses
Associate professional nurses.
Foreign nurses licensed to practice and actively practicing in the country.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Hospital beds
Hospital beds encompass all beds that are regularly maintained, staffed, and ready for patient care. This includes beds in general hospitals, mental health and substance abuse hospitals, and other specialty hospitals, covering both occupied and unoccupied beds.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Hospital discharges
Hospital discharge is the formal release of a patient from a hospital for any cause of disease and from any type of hospital. It includes discharges from general hospitals, mental health hospitals, and other specialised hospitals, as well as in-hospital deaths, transfers to other hospitals, and the discharges of healthy newborns.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Government/compulsory health insurance
The share of a population covered by government or compulsory health insurance for a core set of health services offers an initial measure of access to care and financial protection. This coverage typically includes consultations with doctors, tests and examinations, and hospital care.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Public and primary voluntary health insurance
The share of a population covered by public and primary voluntary health insurance for a core set of health services offers an initial measure of access to care and financial protection. This coverage typically includes consultations with doctors, tests and examinations, and hospital care.
The figures are based on data from different years and countries and might therefore be affected differently by yearly phenomena such as COVID-19. For this reason, the figures should be interpreted with some caution. To retrieve data from the same year for all countries go to OECD’s database
This figure/table only includes countries with data available from 2020 or later. Data from other countries in other years may be available on OECD’s database.
Some figures are based on different measures and might therefore vary for technical reasons.
Furthermore, some of the figures are provisional and based on estimated values. To see which figures are based on different methodologies, and which figures are provisional and based on estimated values see OECD’s database.
Satisfaction with healthcare system, Percentage of respondents satisfied, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Government
Practicing physicians, Per 1 000 inhabitants, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Government
Expenditure, Percentage of GDP, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health expenditure and financing
Expenditure, Percentage of GDP, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health expenditure and financing
Expenditure, Percentage of GDP, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health expenditure and financing
Expenditure, Percentage of GDP, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health expenditure and financing
Expenditure, Percentage of GDP, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health expenditure and financing
Expenditure, Percentage of GDP, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health expenditure and financing
Self reported absence from work due to illness, number of days lost per person per year, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
Avoidable mortality (preventable + treatable), deaths per 100,000 population (standardised rates), 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
Malignant neoplasms, incidence per 100 000 population, 2012 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
All causes of death, deaths per 100 000 population (standardised rates), 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
Low birthweight, % of total live births, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
Injuries in road traffic accidents, injured per million population, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
Total life expectancy, Years, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
Life expectancy difference (female-male), Years, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
Infant mortality, deaths per 1,000 live births, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
Neonatal mortality, Deaths per 1 000 live births, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
Perinatal mortality, Perinatal mortality, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
Maternal mortality, Deaths per 1,000 live births, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
Good/very good health - total aged 15+, % of population (crude rate), 2019 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
Fair (not good, not bad) health - total aged 15+, % of population (crude rate), 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
Bad/very bad health - total aged 15+, % of population (crude rate), 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
All causes of death, years lost /100,000 population - aged 75 years old, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health Status
Obese population measured, % of total population, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Risk factors for health
Alcohol consumption, litres per capita (15+), 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Risk factors for health
Tabacco consumption, % of population aged 15+ who are daily smokers, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Risk factors for health
Mean population-weighted exposure, Microgrammes per cubic metre, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Risk factors for health
Total, number per capita, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Healthcare Utilisation
Total, number per capita, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Healthcare Utilisation
Total, number per capita, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Healthcare Utilisation
Total, number per capita, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Healthcare Utilisation
All causes, days, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Healthcare Utilisation
Active physicians, Per 1000 inhabitants, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health care - Regions
Practising nurses, Per 1000 inhabitants, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health care - Regions
Hospitals beds, Per 1000 inhabitants, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health care - Regions
Hospital discharges, Discharges per 100 000, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health care - Regions
Health insurance coverage (Government/compulsory health insurance), Percentage of population, 2020 or latest available
Source: OECD - Health care - Regions
Health insurance coverage (Public and primary voluntary health insurance), Percentage of population, 2020 or latest available