L'état de santé des populations des départements d'outre-mer en 2012, comparativement à la métropole : une analyse de la base nationale de l'Assurance maladie

This study highlights the utility of administrative database to compare and follow population health status considering healthcare use. Specific Public Health policies are justified for FOT, taking into account the specific context of each FOT, the necessity of prevention initiatives and screening to reduce the frequency of the chronic diseases.