NOMESCO

NOMESCO (Nordic Medico-Statistical Committee) is a Nordic Council organization that focuses on health statistics and health information in the Nordic countries. It was established in 1966 and is based in Copenhagen, Denmark.

History[edit | edit source]

NOMESCO was established in 1966 by the Nordic Council, an inter-parliamentary body that promotes cooperation among the Nordic countries. The organization was created to provide a forum for the exchange of information and ideas related to health and healthcare in the Nordic region.

Function[edit | edit source]

NOMESCO's primary function is to compile, analyze, and publish health statistics from the Nordic countries, which include Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. The organization also conducts research and provides information on health and healthcare in these countries.

Publications[edit | edit source]

NOMESCO publishes a variety of reports and publications. These include the annual "Health Statistics in the Nordic Countries" report, which provides comprehensive data on health and healthcare in the Nordic region. Other publications focus on specific topics, such as pharmaceuticals, hospital services, and public health.

Structure[edit | edit source]

NOMESCO is governed by a board of representatives from each of the Nordic countries. The board is responsible for setting the organization's strategic direction and overseeing its activities. The day-to-day operations of NOMESCO are managed by a secretariat, which is based in Copenhagen.