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Developing a deprivation index to study geographical health inequalities in Ecuador

Andrés Peralta; Verónica Espinel-Flores; Mercè Gotsens; Glòria Pérez; Joan Benach; Marc Marí-Dell’Olmo

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Resumen

We constructed a deprivation index that can identify disadvantaged areas in Ecuador. This index could be a valuable tool for the detection of vulnerabilised populations and the development of interventions and policies adapted to local needs.

Cómo citar

Andrés Peralta, & Verónica Espinel-Flores, & Mercè Gotsens, & Glòria Pérez, & Joan Benach, & Marc Marí-Dell’Olmo (2019). Developing a deprivation index to study geographical health inequalities in Ecuador. https://doi.org/10.11606/s1518-8787.2019053001410