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Brazil 2.4
Global 4.3
Emerging Markets 3.7
Americas 2.1
Source: World Bank Development Indicators (2005)
Brazil 98.0
Global 92.9
Emerging Markets 91.7
Americas 91.4
Source: World Bank Development Indicators (2007)
Brazil 99.0
Global 91.8
Emerging Markets 92.0
Americas 91.7
Source: World Bank Development Indicators (2007)
Brazil 29.1
Global 60.3
Emerging Markets 34.2
Americas 30.2
Source: World Health Organisation (2006)
Brazil 5.5
Global 6.0
Emerging Markets 4.0
Americas 4.8
Source: World Health Organisation (2006)
Brazil 16.9
Global 23.4
Emerging Markets 18.9
Americas 17.3
Source: World Health Organisation / OECD (2006)
The findings of the Health of Nations Index are presented here, along with accompanying information and data on over 50 countries.
Start by scrolling around the map. Hovering over a country will reveal its index results. Click through to find the underlying data and other profile information. Use the tabbed filters above the map to browse by category filter.
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