Health Affairs, doi: 10.1377/hlthaff.26.5.w545 (Published online July 17, 2007) © 2007 by Project HOPE	New Online   New Issue: China & India   Obesity In China   Pay Cuts For Medicare Docs   Access To Care Woes

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Are Citizens Of The World Satisfied With Their Health?

¹ Jim Clifton is the chairman and chief executive officer of the Gallup Organization in Washington, D.C.
² Newt Gingrich is the former speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives and founder of the Center for Health Transformation in Washington, D.C.

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Abstract

This paper represents initial analyses of data on self-perceived health conditions and satisfaction with personal health from a representative survey of citizens in 130 countries. The analysis examines the effects of income and age on health perceptions along with the combined effect of cultural norms and income. Three important conclusions can be drawn. First, individual perceptions regarding personal health status are remarkably consistent around the world. Second, the incidence of satisfaction with personal health in the United States is comparable to that in most countries. Third, perceptions of personal health correlate strongly with respondents' income level, both globally and regionally. [Health Affairs 26, no. 5 (2007): w545-w551 (published online 17 July 2007; 10.1377/hlthaff.26.5.w545)]

Key Words: Consumer Issues, Determinants Of Health, International Issues, Public Opinion, Quality Of Care

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