Italy has introduced the latest iteration of its Territorial Health Information System, part of the Health for All initiative. The updated database, containing 4000 indicators, allows for comprehensive queries through the adapted HFA software from the World Health Organization.
Notable features include refreshed indicators to the latest available year, extended historical series, strengthened provincial-level data, and the addition of new indicators. The software facilitates graphical and tabular representation, enabling straightforward statistical analysis. Users can visualize historical trends, make predictions, and compare indicators across different years for various territorial units.
In this release, significant updates have been made to various sections, covering socio-demographic context, mortality by cause, lifestyles, prevention, and healthcare. The new version enhances the depth and breadth of health-related data for informed decision-making.
Health authorities anticipate that the improved system will contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of Italy’s health landscape, supporting evidence-based policymaking and healthcare planning.