WHO Statistical Information System (WHOSIS)

Indicator definitions and metadata

These pages provide information about the indicators in the World Health Statistics; their rationale for use, associated terms, data sources, references and database links.

Key WHO Information

Director-General
Director-General and senior management

Governance of WHO
WHO Constitution, Executive Board and World Health Assembly

Media centre
News, events, fact sheets, multimedia and contacts

International travel and health
Publication on travel risks, precautions and vaccination requirements

World Health Report
Annual report on global public health and key statistics