Efficiency and effectiveness in reducing mortality

"In cost-effective terms, i.e. economic input versus clinical output, the USA healthcare system was one of the least cost-effective in reducing mortality rates whereas the UK was one of the most cost-effective over the period."

Comparing the USA, UK and 17 Western countries' efficiency and effectiveness in reducing mortality
C Pritchard, MS Wallace
Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine Short Reports, 2011, 2(7)

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