Annual statistical review

Abstract

It is the intention of the Archives of Disease in Childhood to produce an annual review of national statistics pertaining to children, and to comment on the major changes that have occurred during the year. There is a wide range of data that might be considered in this way, including those referring to demography, mortality, morbidity, behaviour and use of health and social services. This first review introduces some of these data, their source, and recent trends. We would welcome comments on areas of interest to readers.