Which of the following is the MOST useful index for the measure of the burden of disease in a defined population?
Correct Answer: Disability adjusted life years
Description: Disability adjusted life years (DALY) is a measure of the burden of disease in a defined population and the effectiveness of the intervention. Case fatality rate indicates killing power of a disease. REMEMBER: Sullivan's index is the most advanced indicator available for disability Ref: Park's textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 21st edition, page-26
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