What is the Health Index (HI)?

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What is the Health Index (HI)?

The Health Index (HI) is a measure used in economic development indices to assess the overall health and well-being of a population within a specific region or country. It takes into account various factors such as life expectancy, infant mortality rate, access to healthcare services, prevalence of diseases, and overall healthcare infrastructure. The HI provides a quantitative measure of the health status of a population, allowing policymakers and researchers to compare and analyze the health outcomes across different regions or countries.