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Health interview survey in Greenland
1Danish Institute for Clinical Epidemiology, Copenhagen.
Arctic Medical Research
|January 1, 1995
Summary
The Greenland Health Interview Survey collects data on health, lifestyle, and living conditions to inform public health planning. Results are pending, but the survey aims to provide a comprehensive epidemiological basis for improving health services.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Sociology
Background:
- Initiated in 1991 by Greenlandic health authorities.
- Aimed to establish a robust epidemiological foundation for health planning and prevention strategies.
- Recognized the need for culturally sensitive data collection methods.
Purpose of the Study:
- To gather comprehensive health information from the Greenlandic population.
- To inform evidence-based health planning and prevention initiatives.
- To understand self-perceived health, service utilization, lifestyle, and living conditions.
Main Methods:
- Utilizes the Greenland Health Interview Survey (GHIS) methodology.
- Employs trained, indigenous lay interviewers for culturally sensitive data collection.
- Gathers information through interviews, excluding clinical examinations or biological specimens.
Main Results:
- Data collection ongoing since June 1993.
- Results are not yet available at the time of this report.
- The survey covers adults aged 18 and over, addressing various family health topics.
Conclusions:
- The survey is expected to provide valuable insights into the health landscape of Greenland.
- Findings will guide future health policies and interventions.
- The culturally sensitive approach is crucial for data accuracy and relevance.