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National Node on Health Information

International health information covers all information that allows for high-quality monitoring and comparison of Dutch public health and care.

The Dutch version of this topic can be found here: Nationaal Knooppunt voor Internationale Gezondheidsvergelijkingen

  • The Dutch version of this topic can be found here: Nationaal Knooppunt voor Internationale Gezondheidsinformatie

International health Information

The use of internationally comparable health data adds a valuable dimension to the monitoring of our public health and the assessment of the performance of our health care system. Exploring variations and experiences in health and care in other European countries can give us more insights into causes and possible solutions for health problems. International health data and comparisons are therefore important for the development of knowledge, the making of new policy and the adjustment of priorities.

It is vital that the Netherlands is aware of the processes surrounding the collection and use of health data. Access to relevant data and knowledge about the use of such data is essential for a future-proof health system. The National Node on Health Information fulfills the need for knowledge and exchange in this area.

What does the National Node want?

The National Node is a national network that brings together information about internationally comparable health data and their use, while promoting their quality and interchangeability.

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What does the National Node do?

Handen bij elkaar

The focus of the National Node is on coordination of knowledge and expertise about international health data and their use.

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Who is the National Node?

Europese vlag in tulpenveld

The National Node on Health Information is formed by national institutions that generate and use data and information for international purposes. It has a core team consisting of RIVM (secretariat),  CBS and NIVEL.

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Intended users of the National Node

The National Node on Health Information is aimed at health researchers, health policy makers and other professionals in the field of public health and care, interested in internationally comparable data and their use.

Calendar international meetings on health information

Date Organisation Theme Dutch representation
11-12 May 2023 OECD Working Party on Health Care Quality and Outcomes (HCQO) RIVM
8-9 November 2023 OECD Working Party on Health Care Quality and Outcomes (HCQO) RIVM
9-10 May 2024 OECD Working Party on Health Care Quality and Outcomes (HCQO) RIVM

Relevante websites

  • Metadatabase Zorggegevens
  • Community van data experts
  • Internationale vergelijkingen op VZinfo.nl
  • ECHI indicators
  • Joint Action on Health Information (InfAct)
  • Population Health Information Research Infrastructure (PHIRI)
  • WHO centrum internationale classificaties in NL (WHO-FIC CC)
  • Databronnen COVID-19

Relevante documenten

  • OECD: EU Country Cancer Profile: Netherlands 2023
  • OECD: Health at a Glance: Europe 2022
  • OECD: Health Information System Netherlands 2022
  • OECD: Netherlands: Country Health Profile 2021
  • OECD: Health at a Glance 2021
  • NIVEL GDPR rapport

Contact

Email: HealthInformation.NL@rivm.nl

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