DHS in the News
Journalists worldwide write about The DHS Program results. The dissemination of DHS, SPA and HIV data is often widely covered by media in survey countries, but journalists also use The DHS Program data throughout the year as background information for their stories, or to compare health and development indicators across countries. These data are also used by journalists in the United States and other developed countries, as it is considered the gold standard of population, health and nutrition data. Below are some examples of recent news coverage. Please note: The links below are to websites outside The DHS Program.
Timor-Leste has much to celebrate on its 10th birthday
Stephen P Groff
Poverty Matters Blog
THE GUARDIAN
...What's more, this rapid economic growth has been inclusive, reaching the poor and well-off alike. The inclusiveness of growth is best revealed by the progress made in providing opportunity to a nation's children. This is an especially important perspective in Timor-Leste, where half of the population is 18 years or younger. Research by the ADB drawing on household surveys (eg the most recent demographic and health survey) is showing that Timor-Leste has indeed succeeded in expanding the opportunities provided to its children...
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